Q: Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb. Man: So, do you often ski here? Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever. Man: So, how do you like it so far? Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me. Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize? Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway? Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know. Woman: What? You know what? Man: Uh, uh, nothing. Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy. Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him? Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook. Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway? Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ... Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music? What was said before this conversation?
A: Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today.
Question: M: Yes, Jenny. How have you been these days? W: I'm fine. Happy Father's Day! I miss you a lot. M: Thank you so much. I miss you too. So does your mom. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: W: Hello, is that Dad?
[Q]: M: Let me give you a little advice. You know what the topics are, so prepare what you would like to say ahead of time. W: I often do like that, but I'm worried about the responses from other people. M: You have to be realistic. Not everyone is going to agree with you, but people will respect your opinion and they will respect the fact that you have contributed something to the discussion. W: I'm worried that what I say will not make sense. M: We could chat about the topic before class. I could check that what you want to say is logical and it would also give you a chance to practice speaking. W: That's a good idea. What should I do if I have two minds about a topic? M: That's easy. Express possibilities. People will think that you are pretty smart to look at the topic from more than one angle. W: I didn't realize that speaking in class could be so easy. M: The most difficult thing is to predict what other people will say. They will reply to your statements. but you can't be sure how. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: I find it really hard to express myself in class. I have lots of ideas, but they never seem to come out of my mouth.
input: Please answer the following: M: Good morning. I bought this air conditioner here a few months ago. It doesn't work now. Can I return it or get it fixed? What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: Hi, what can I do for you today, sir?
Please answer this: W: I've started running to work instead of taking the bus. It's good for the environment. M: I drive to work. I keep fit at the gym. W: Well, running gives me a wonderful feeling of freedom-it's just what I need before sitting down in the office every day. M: Are you going to join in the big race next month? W: I'd like to. Are you going to take part in it? M: Oh, yes. But I'm not going to train by running to work. I'll run around the park a few times when I get home in the evenings. W: OK. Anyway I must go now or I'll be late. Bye. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Hi, Natasha. I see you're going out for a run. You don't have to go to work today?
Question: M: I did just buy a car, but it's not exactly a new one-it was made back in the 1950s. Here, take a look at this photo. W: You are right. This car hasn't been new for a long time. Couldn't you afford a newer car? M: Believe it or not, this car costs almost as much as a new one. W: Really? How could it be? M: Well, a lot of cars from the 40s, 50s and 60s have become collectors' items and are worth a lot of money. W: But this one doesn't seem to be in very good shape. M: The engine is still in good condition. I plan to fix up the interior and paint the car myself. Then it will be worth even more money. W: So then you'll resell it? M: No, I don't plan to resell it, but I might enter it in some classical auto shows. Maybe I'll win a prize. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Jack, I hear you bought a new car.