Problem: W: I really haven't had time to think about my vacation. I've been concentrating on getting ready for my exams, especially philosophy. But I'll probably go to the beach. M: Why the beach? W: Well, it would be nice to get away from this cold weather and just lie in the sun and relax after working so hard. M: It's true that skiing does require work. And you have to get up early and wait in long lines for the chair lifts. Thanks. I think you help me make up my mind. W: Sure. Now maybe you can use your mind to think about something else, like your studies. M: Yeah, just as you said, I should focus more on study now, because the exams of various courses are approaching. If I cannot pass those exams smoothly, I will not have a good time in vacation. W: Absolutely! So now we should put the vacation aside temporarily and make good preparation for the exams. Do you want to go to the library with me now? M: Sure! Let's go! What was said before this conversation?

A: M: Have you made any plans to go away during semester break? I've been thinking of skiing.
Problem: Given the question: W: Yes, I've been here for ten years as assistant director. M: Really? What does that involve? W: Well, I'm in charge of all the admissions of postgraduate students in the university. M: Only postgraduates? W: Yes, postgraduates only. I have nothing at all to do with undergraduates. M: Do you find that you get particular-sort of...different national groups? I mean, do you get large numbers from Latin America or... W: Yes. Well, of all the students enrolled last year, nearly half were from overseas. They were from African countries, the Far East, the Middle East, and Latin America. M: Em. But have you been doing just that for the last 10 years, or, have you done other things? W: Well, I've been doing the same job. Er, before that, I was secretary of the medical school at Birmingham, and further back, I worked in the local government. M: Oh, I see. W: So I've done different types of things. M: Yes, indeed. How do you imagine your job might develop in the future? Can you imagine shifting into a different kind of responsibility or doing something... W: Oh, yeah, from October 1, I'll be doing an entirely different job. There's going to be more committee work. I mean, more policy work, and less dealing with students, unfortunately-I'll miss my contact with students. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
M: Sarah, you work in the admissions office, don't you?
input question: W: Not bad. I need a summer job. M: I was reading the wanted ads. Here's something for you. Wanted: Waitress for a new restaurant. W: Thank you. I'll have a try. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: Hi, Betty. How are things going with you?
M: It's scheduled to begin at ten o'clock, and now my watch says 9:45. It won't be long. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: At what time will the game start?
Q: M: How long has this been going on? W: It started yesterday. M: You've been studying too much recently. W: I have no other choice. Next month will be the most important exam of this term. M: I can understand that. But anyway, you should take better care of yourself. W: What should I do now? M: I think you should stay in bed for a little while and I will call the doctor. W: It's very kind of you. Thank you very much. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: I keep feeling dizzy, and I've got a headache.
[Q]: M: Good afternoon. This is Mr. White at the Friendship Hotel. Is Mr. Black there? W: No, he is out for lunch. Would you please call half an hour later? What was said before this conversation?
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W: Good afternoon. This is Mr. Black's office.