input question: M: Well. I'm looking for something I saw at a friend's house a few days ago. W: What is it? M: It's a light metal shelf. W: You're in the right department, but we don't have them in stock now. M: Oh, that's too bad. Are you going to be getting more? W: They're on order, but I should warn you that the price has gone up. M: Just my luck. W: They were $12.50, but the new ones will be about three dollars more. Come in next week. We should have them by then. M: OK. I will be back. Thank you. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: W: Can I help you?
W: It's great. I really like it. M: How big is it? W: It's one big room, but it has a bathroom and a small kitchen, too. M: How far is it from the office. W: It's only about 10 minutes. M: 10 minutes by bus or by car? W: On foot. I walked to work this morning. I was 10 minutes early. M: You are lucky. I was 10 minutes late. W: What happened M: All the buses came late. W: What did Susan say? M: She was late too. W: What happened to her? M: She took the train, and it was late too. W: Well then you're really lucky after all. But what are you going to do tomorrow. M: I'll start 15 minutes earlier. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Hi, Lily, how's your new flat?
Q: M: Speaking. Who's calling, may I ask? W: This is the Town Job Center. We've received your e-mail and we have a job you may be interested in. M: Can you tell me about it? What kind of job? Where? W: Well, a college wants to hire some laboratory assistants. It's the kind of job you would like to do, according to your e-mail. M: Yes, I did put that in my e-mail. W: Yes. They also want a person who knows how to operate computers, so we think you are just the right person for the position. M: What about the pay and the hours? W: Let me check that. The pay they are offering is quite satisfactory, but the work hours are a bit irregular. Sometimes early in the morning, and sometimes late in the afternoon. M: Well. I am still interested in it, but I need some more details so that I can talk it over with my wife. W: Why don't you come here tomorrow? M: OK, I'll do that. See you tomorrow morning then. Bye! What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Hello, may I speak to Mr. Johnson, please?
Question: W: Thank you. Both Ann and I are full-time counsellors. Students either come tons on their own or are referred to us by a tutor. We see students individually, run group therapy sessions and courses of sessions as we think necessary. We are here to help with any problems? no matter how great or small, such as homesickness, relationship difficulties, death and separation, sexual problems, undue stress due to work and so on. You will not be the first to be homesick, find college life stressful, or decisions problematic. So please don't hesitate to come and have a chat if there is anything bothering you. This is a confidential service but we are willing to arrange with your course directors, your tutors, Student Union officers, career department or doctors. We can also put you in touch with outside counselling services. As a part of the university, all counselling is free of charge for full-time students. I know some of you may feel that seeing a counsellor has a stigma attached to it, but let me assure you even the best balanced individuals encounter situations where they need someone to talk with. So please don't hesitate. You're welcome to make use of this service. We hope you will enjoy your studies at the university. Thank you. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Last time I talked about the student services in the college. Today I'd like to talk about the Counselling Services. The College Counselling Service is located in the North Building. The counsellors are Ms Penny Rawson and Ms Ann David. I have asked Ms Rawson to join us today to discuss their role. Ms Rawson...
[Q]: W: Yes, it is. There are a lot of stores, restaurants, and theaters near here. M: What is the largest building on the left? W: That's Honor Department Store. They sell clothing, furniture, food-almost everything. M: Do you like purchasing everything in the supermarket? It's very convenient and saves a lot of time. Now I just want to buy some clothes there. W: Wait a minute please. I'd like to recommend some better stores for man's clothes. Look, there, next to the bank, is a man's clothing store building. And there are also some good stores on Park Street. M: Are they far from here? W: No, it's just three blocks straight ahead. M: Ok, maybe I can shop around by myself. Thanks a lot for your help. W: That's my pleasure. Go ahead. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: Look, it's full of traffic here. Is this the shopping district?
Problem: Given the question: M: Yes. Hi. I sent a package last Thursday, and I'd like to track my order. W: No problem. I can check the shipment on the computer for you. This Monday's order... Let me see. Ah, it's here, last Thursday. Do you have your order number? M: Sure. It's 6-0-1-4-2-8. W: OK. And the last name on that order? M: It's Conley. That's C-O-N-L-E-Y. W: And where did you send the package to? M: San Francisco. W: Mm-hmm. And the postal code there is 9-5-1-2-6. Yes, it looks like the pack arrived safely on Tuesday morning. Your friend can get the package at the counter numbered 4-2-3-6. M: That's great. Thank you very much for your help. W: You're welcome. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
W: Packages Express. May I help you?