Problem: W: Good morning. Can I help you? M: Oh, good, you speak English. W: Yes. M: I'm looking for a double room for the next three nights... with a bathroom. W: That's until Thursday? M: Yes, have you got one? W: Mm. We've got a double room for tonight and tomorrow night, but not for Thursday night. M: Oh, dear. Nothing for Thursday night? W: I'm afraid not. M: Mm. And what about the price? W: 150 francs a night. That's for a double room without a bathroom. We're very full. We haven't got any more rooms with private bathrooms. M: Oh... no bathroom... Well, thanks anyway. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: Hello.

Problem: W: As a matter of fact, I'm feeling a bit cold. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: We need to have some fresh air. Do you mind my opening the window?

Problem: W: Excellent! I can't believe I just bought a house! When can I move in? M: The previous owners need to clean the house this weekend, but you can move in on Monday morning. Do you have the keys? W: No, I don't have the keys. Can I pick them up from your office tomorrow? M: My office isn't open on Fridays, but I can bring them to you this weekend. Do you have all the copies of these important papers? W: Yes. I have a question. Do you sell houses in Springfield, too? My friend wants to sell his house and I'd love to recommend you. M: Yes, I do. Thanks for the recommendation! What was said before this conversation?

A: M: OK, just sign your name right here on this line, and you'll officially own your house!

Problem: M: Not exactly, married to a woman who overdoes it. I mean, after all when you've been mar-tied ten years, you don't expect a woman to sit on your lap for two hours every evening, call you at work twelve times a day and talk baby talk. What was said before this conversation?

A:
W: Poor Smith, your marriage hasn't exactly been roses, has it?