input question: Read the below conversation. W: What do you think of this brown coffee table? M: It's nice, but it doesn't match the color of our room. W: How about this? M: Oh no, this type of coffee table gets dirty very easily and it's difficult to clean. W: And you are really difficult to please. All right, let's look at some others. M: Look, this one matches our room and it's inexpensive. Don't you think so? W: Moreover, it's easy to clean, right? You are really lazy. M: I only want to save you the trouble of looking after me. What would the listener say????
output answer: W: Sounds ridiculous!
Read the below conversation. W: Clinic. Can 1 help you? M: Good afternoon. This is Frank Stone. I want to make an appointment with Doctor Milton, please. W: OK, Mr. Stone. We have you on our records. Can you manage this afternoon? M: I'm afraid not. 1 can manage tomorrow. W: I'm afraid Mr. Milton is not on duty tomorrow. He'll be here the day after tomorrow. That's Thursday, March 27th. M: Fine. W: Will 5:20 be all right? M: Well, yes. But what time is the clinic closed? W: We start from 9:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p. m. on weekdays. We don't work at the weekend. M: I'd prefer a later time so that I can come along after work. W: Then what about 6:15? What would the listener say?
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Answer: M: Well, that's fine.
Q: Read the below conversation. W: Dr. Steven, I am thinking about changing my major before the end of the freshman year. M: What are you studying now? W: I am taking three genera] requirements and American history and American literature this. semester. Last semester I took four requirements and freshman French. M: I believe it's not too late to change your major because you've mainly taken general requirements which all freshmen have to take. Also we have twelve electives so the mo lit courses will be included in them, so you can change your major without losing any credit hours. W: I am very happy to know I am still able to change my major. I am interested in writing newspaper articles, and after finishing my degree I would like to work for some newspaper firm. M: Oh, I think you will be a good writer. W: Dr. Steven, when do students start practical training? M: They don't begin practical training in reporting until the sophomore year. Journalism 121 normally is taken in the freshman year as a general background course. W: I see. I will take the course next semester. Thank you very much for your help. What would the listener say?
A: M: You're welcome. I look forward to seeing you in my department.
Question: Read the below conversation. W: Hello, Patrick, is that you? M: Yeah Jane, what can I do for you? W: I was calling about the apple tree that you were trimming yesterday. M: That was hard work! W: I'm sure it was. It sure looked difficult. M: Yeah, I'm glad it's finished. Hauling the branches to the front for garbage pick up was no fun either. W: Well, I don't think you're quite finished yet, some of the larger branches fell over into my yard, and I think you should come and get them. M: Listen Jane, I don't see why I should do that. You eat all the apples that fall in your yard and you've never complained about that before. W: Well, it's easier to pick up apples then to drag tree branches all the way to the curb. My kids pick up the apples, and the branches are just too big for them to drag. M: Well, I guess you'll just have to do it yourself Jane. W: Patrick, I wish you would reconsider. We've always gotten along fairly well, but I think you're out of line here. The branches are your responsibility. M: Sorry Jane, I disagree! You take the benefits of the apple tree, but refuse to deal with the bad side of it! Besides, it won't take you any time to get the branches out front! W: Get the branches off my property or I'll have to sue you. M: Yeah? For what?! You're taking those law classes too seriously! I've gotta go, I have to pick up my son. W: You'll be hearing from me. What would the listener say?
Answer: M: Yeah, yeah. See you in court Jane.
[Q]: Read the below conversation. M: Hi, Jenny. Is it true you're moving to London? W: Yes, it is. M: What made you decide to do that? W: Work, mainly. I'm sure I'll be able to find a job there. M: You're probably right. But where are you going to live? W: I hope I'll find a flat to share with somebody. That way it will be cheaper. M: Yes, that's a good idea. Are you taking your dog with you? W: No, I don't think so. My parents have offered to take care of him, and I don't think he'd be happy in the city. M: You're probably right. But aren't you afraid of moving to such a big place, especially after living in a small village? W: Not really. I think I'll enjoy myself. There's so much to do there; I expect I won't miss the countryside much and I can always come back and visit. M: Well, I just hope you'll invite me to stay when you get settled. What would the listener say?
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[A]: W: Of course I will.
Problem: Given the question: Read the below conversation. W: After the way it is being used, the photocopier is not going to make it through the rest of the year. What would the listener say?
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The answer is:
M: The year! It's supposed to be good for four!