Problem: W: Pubs in England are friendly and warm places where you can have a drink and usually a simple meal. M: What kind of drinks do people get? W: You can get wine and beer in most pubs. Many also serve coffee. You go to the counter to order and pay for your drinks. M: When do people go to the pubs? W: Pubs are not open all day. They can decide when to open. Most are open for 3 or 4 hours at lunchtime and again from about 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. In busy areas, pubs may stay open from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Are there pubs in China? M: Yes. Most of the customers are young people. They like to hang out with their friends after work and have fun. W: It is against the law in England to go into a pub if you are under the age of l4. So many pubs provide a special room for children. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: What are pubs?
Problem: Given the question: W: Sure I can. It's something I learned from reading about Bill Gates. I've found that I can increase my productivity like this. What was said before this conversation?
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M: What are you doing with two computers on your desk? You can't possibly be using both.
input question: W: Good morning. I'd like to book a return ticket from London to Paris on Monday, July 14th, please. M: Yes, Madam. We have a flight at 14: 30, Is that suitable? W: Oh, that's fine. And how much will that cost, please? M: The price is $ 420 for the return flight. W: Good. Which airport does the flight leave from? M: It leaves from Heathrow Airport. Check in time is one hour before departure. W: My name is Susan Smith. Can I pick up the ticket tomorrow morning? M: Sure, we'll have it ready soon, so come whenever you like after that. W: Thank you. M: You are welcome. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: Hello, Macy Agency.
W: Thank you. Both Ann and I are full-time counsellors. Students either come tons on their own or are referred to us by a tutor. We see students individually, run group therapy sessions and courses of sessions as we think necessary. We are here to help with any problems? no matter how great or small, such as homesickness, relationship difficulties, death and separation, sexual problems, undue stress due to work and so on. You will not be the first to be homesick, find college life stressful, or decisions problematic. So please don't hesitate to come and have a chat if there is anything bothering you. This is a confidential service but we are willing to arrange with your course directors, your tutors, Student Union officers, career department or doctors. We can also put you in touch with outside counselling services. As a part of the university, all counselling is free of charge for full-time students. I know some of you may feel that seeing a counsellor has a stigma attached to it, but let me assure you even the best balanced individuals encounter situations where they need someone to talk with. So please don't hesitate. You're welcome to make use of this service. We hope you will enjoy your studies at the university. Thank you. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Last time I talked about the student services in the college. Today I'd like to talk about the Counselling Services. The College Counselling Service is located in the North Building. The counsellors are Ms Penny Rawson and Ms Ann David. I have asked Ms Rawson to join us today to discuss their role. Ms Rawson...
Q: M: I will be having a class then. Why not come 40 minutes later? W: OK. See you then. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Can I come to see you at 10:00,Professor Wang? I wonder if you can help me with my paper.
[Q]: W: Oh, really. It's a dog-eat-dog world out there. What was said before this conversation?
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M: Did you hear that over 300 people applied for the entry-level job at Show's Department Store?