Problem: M: Well, I need it for a class but it's awfully expensive. W: Oh, we must be in the same class. Introduction to British Literature? M: Yes, that's the one. Were you there yesterday for the first class? W: I sure was. Professor Robert really seems to know his subject. M: Yes, I took his Shakespeare course last semester and it was very good. He likes listening to his students. W: That's a relief. I'm a biology major and I was a little uncertain about taking an English course. M: I'm an English major and this is a required course. But now I'm in trouble because I'm not sure I can afford this book. W: Hey, I've got an idea. Why don't we split the cost and share the book? M: Sounds great. Do you live on campus? W: Yeah, I live on the 10th floor of Butler Hall. M: Perfect. I live on the 3rd floor of Butler. We should have no trouble sharing the book. I can bring it up to your room right after I wrap up the assignment. W: It's a deal. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: Excuse me, are you going to buy that book?

Problem: W: I'd love to, but I won't be off work from my factory until 4:00 p.m. How about 4:15? I'll be free then, Jack. M: OK. Let's meet at the bus stop and take the No.5 bus to go there. W: Why not by bike? The bus would be crowded at that time. M: But my bike is broken. W: You can use your sister's new bike, can't you? M: Yes. I'll wait for you in front of the bookstore opposite the cinema. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: I'd like to pay a visit to the Smiths at 3:30 p.m. Will you go with me, Mary?

Problem: Dentist: So, what's seems to be the problem today? Patient: Well, I just came in for a check up and a dental cleaning. Dentist: Hum. Open up. Let's take a look ... Patient: Okay. Uh ... Dentist: Hummmm. [Humm? Uh?] Wow! I've never seen one like THIS before. Let me try this. Patient: Uhhh ... Ouhhhh [Man screaming in pain ...] Dentist: Well, besides a lot of plaque buildup, there is a major cavity in one of your wisdom teeth. [I feel that.] Hasn't this given you any trouble? Patient: Well, the tooth has been bothering me, and it sometimes hurts when I drink something cold. Does it look that bad? Dentist: Well, we're going to remove the decay, and then we'll either put a filling in, or if the decay is extensive, we can't repair it, we might have to put a crown on your tooth. Or as a last resort, we may have to extract the tooth. Patient: Uh, well, that sounds painful! Dentist: Don't worry. I've done this ... once before. [Huh?] Nah, just relax. Patient: Wait! Aren't you suppose to give me something to dull the pain? Dentist: Uh, chicken. Oh yeah. I almost forgot. We can either use a local anesthetic or nitrous oxide ... laughing gas... to minimize the discomfort you might feel. Or you can just grin and bear it. Patient: Nah, Nah, nah! Put me under! [I thought so.] I can't stand pain, and I'd rather not be aware of what's going on. And, if I need a filling, can I get one that looks like my other teeth? Dentist: If we can save the tooth with a filling, I recommend a high-strength silver alloy filling instead of a porcelain one. It'll probably last longer. Patient: Okay, well whatever. Let's get it over with. Dentist: Okay, pleasant dreams. Drill please. What was said before this conversation?

A: Patient: Hi. Dr. Hyde?

Problem: W: No, thank you. But we have a small problem. Can you help us? M: Sure. W: We are looking for a hotel. Are there any hotels near here? M: Yes. The nearest one is next to the bank. It's quite modern. W: Do you think there're any cheap ones nearby? M: Yes. Drive west for about two minutes and you will find one opposite to a supermarket. It's a family hotel, very comfortable, and the price is quite reasonable. W: It sounds nice. Thank you very much for your help. M: That's all right. What was said before this conversation?

A:
M: Good evening, sir, ma'am. A table for two?