Problem: M: The year! It's supposed to be good for four! What was said before this conversation?

A: W: After the way it is being used, the photocopier is not going to make it through the rest of the year.
Problem: Given the question: M: Yes... well, in fact, she resigned today. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
W: How's your secretary, dear? Does she come on time?
input question: M: You can take a look at this magazine. It has some of the newest styles. W: Er, I like face style. It's pretty. Do you think it suits me? M: Well, do you really want to keep your hair that long? I think you will look better with short hair. W: I'll leave that out to you. I'm ready for a change. M: Do you want to change the color of your hair? It will be shinier in wine red and will light up your face. W: Yeah, I believe so. But would that do much harm to my hair? M: Not really. We have some of the best hair care products. W: Em, maybe on other day. By the way, how much do you charge? M: 80 dollars in total. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: W: I want to have my hair done. Do you have any suggestions?
W: Yes, I'm packed, but not quite ready. I can't find my passport. M: Your passport? That's the one thing you mustn't leave behind. W: I know. I haven't lost it. I've packed it, but I can't remember which bag it's in. M: Well, you have to find it at the airport. Come on, the taxi is waiting. W: Did you say taxi? I thought we were going in your car. M: Yes, well, I have planned to, but I'll explain later. You've got to be there in an hour. W: The plane doesn't leave for two hours. Anyway, I'm ready to go now. M: Now, you're taking just one case, is that right? W: No, there is one in the hall as well. M: Gosh, what a lot of stuff! You're taking enough for a month instead of a week. W: Well, you can't depend on the weather. It might be cold. M: It's never cold in Rome. Certainly not in May. Come on, we really must go. W: Right, we're ready. We've got the bags. I'm sure there's no need to rush. M: There is. I asked the taxi driver to wait two minutes, not twenty. W: Look, I'm supposed to be going away to relax. You're making me nervous. M: Well, I want you to relax on holiday, but you can't relax yet. W: OK, I promise not to relax, at least not until we get to the airport and I find my passport. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Mary, I hope you're packed and ready to leave.
Q: W: Thank you indeed. M: Is everything settled? W: Almost. M: What else can I do for you? W: I suppose I should look for a bigger house. But I don't see how I can afford one right now. M: If only you hadn't spent so much money on your vacation! W: You're right. But I really had a happy vacation. M: OK, Maybe you can move into Kelly's house and share that with her for a couple of months. W: Thank you. But I don't want to bother you too much. M: No trouble at all. W: How much should I pay for the rent? M: About 400 yuan a month. W: Great. That's one-third less than it was when I first rented a house. What was said before this conversation?
A: M: Welcome to Beijing, Mary. This time you will see the New Beijing.
[Q]: W: But it's already fifteen to eight. M: Take it easy. Fifteen minutes is quite OK. What was said before this conversation?
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M: I am not sure when to leave for the lecture.