Question: W: Yes, I can. I speak it very well. But I know a little Italian. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Can you speak German?

Question: W: Hold on. He is coming. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Hello, is Jones in? Can I speak to him?

Question: M: Don't bother him. He worked all night last night. What was said before this conversation?
Answer:
W: He is sleeping.