Q: "A woman in a white and beige-striped sweater answers telephones in an office." Does this mean that "The woman is at work."?
A: yes

Q: "People playing instruments on the street while dressed as Santa Claus." Does this mean that "The people dressed as Santa Claus are playing Christmas carols."?
A: it is not possible to tell

Q: "The family is out on vacation the oldest son is being goofy with his soda on his head, while the mom smiles." Does this mean that "The family is busy at work and school."?
A: no

Q: "Three men on a dirty river." Does this mean that "Guys are on a body of water."?
A:
yes