input question: Father: Yeah, Micky. Son: Can I have a really good snack? Father: Uh, I don't know. I thinks it's ... uh ... what time's it? I think it's going on dinner. Son: Uh, it's three thirty. Father: Three thirty. Uh ... We'd better wait. [Why, Dad?] Well, what kind of snack do you want? Son: Candy? Father: No, candy is out. Oh, how about some broccoli? [No!] Uh, carrots? [No!] Well, what else can you suggest? Son: Candy. Father: Candy. No, I don't think ... I think You'd better wait. Son: A sandwich? A spinach sandwich? Father: Spinach sandwich? Spinach sandwich! When did you start liking spinach? Son: Uh, today. Father: Well, what about a small sandwich? [Okay] Okay, I'll whip it up in a minute. Play with your toys while you're waiting for it. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: Son: Dad!
M: I don't know. Maybe fried fish, chicken soup and... W: Oh, no, I'm tired of such things now. M: I'm sorry. But that is the only thing I can cook. What do you want to have then? W: I do wish Mom were at home. Why don't we go and eat out for a change? M: Oh, that's a good idea. I like Kentucky fried chicken very much. W: Dad, you always talk about fried chicken. Let's have something different. I'd like to go to McDonald's this time. M: OK then. You'll drive, won't you? W: No, I'm a bit tired today. You should drive. M: OK, OK. I always do things like that. I hope your Mom will be back soon. Ah here we are. W: Dad, what would you like to have? I'd like a hamburger. M: I want one, too. And some French fries, Jill? W: Please buy me some salad instead. And a glass of Coke. OK? M: Hamburger, salad, and a glass of Coke. Is that all for you, Jill? W: Right, and give me an ice cream, too. I'll go and find the seats. M: And I'll get some vegetables for myself, and a coffee... What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: Dad, what will we have for dinner?
Q: W: No, Mr. Smith. He went out 10 minutes ago. Any message? M: Hmm. Could you tell him to call me back? W: Sure, Leave it to me. What was said before this conversation?
A: M: Hi, Kate! Is your daddy at home?
Question: W: Oh, didn't you know? They've doubled the capacity. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Let's see now. They can park fifteen cars in that back lot, can't they?
[Q]: M: I'm sorry, but it's just not possible, because I'm visiting my mother this weekend. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Would you mind if I borrowed your car just over the weekend?
Problem: Given the question: M: Yes. I'd like to book a table for tonight. W: Yes, sir. What time? M: Eight o'clock. W: Certainly. For how many people? M: There are ten of us. W: Ten of you! But we don't usually accept large parties, sir. M: I know, but we are regular customers. W: What's your name please, sir? M: Michael Peterson. W: Mr. Peterson...of course! That'll be all right. We'll put two tables together. M: Thanks. W: What food would you prefer for today, sir? We have fresh seafood tonight. M: No. We like to eat vegetables. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
W: Hello, Old English Restaurant. Can I help you?