Problem: M: But you can't do that. W: Why can't I? M: We haven't got enough money. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: I'm going to buy a new carpet.
Problem: Given the question: W: I'm sorry. You should see me on Wednesday. That is the day after tomorrow. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
M: Good morning, Professor Wang. I've come to discuss my thesis.
input question: W: Yes. I've heard of it actually. I suppose you must like it. M: Yes, I mean it's marvelous. W: Oh, Jeff. I really can't agree. I don't like it at all. My shop is much better. M: You must be mad. I think it's really...you know...so easy to buy everything in one place. W: Yes, it's easy. But don't you think the food isn't...I mean small shops usually have much fresher food. M: Maybe, but you pay for it. Small shops are more expensive, aren't they? W: Yes, I agree with you, but supermarket staff are badly paid and they are really...but you get better service in small shops. They are much more friendly. M: No, everyone in my supermarket is very nice. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: Hello, Louise. Have you seen my new supermarket yet?
W: Pardon? M: Is that a French cigarette you're smoking? W: Yes, that's right. Why? What's the matter? M: I don't understand why yousmoke French cigarettes. They make a terrible smell. W: I like them very much. I prefer them to English cigarettes. M: Have you got a lot of them? W: Yes, about 200, why? M: Well... er... could I buy some from you? W: Buy some from me? But... you don't like French cigarettes! M: No, I don't. But my wife does. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: (sniffing) Is that a French cigarette?
Q: M: Yes, I bought some furniture in the used furniture market. It was a real bargain. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: You've got your apartment furnished, haven't you?
[Q]: M: Oh that. Some people were filming something on campus and I just happened to pass in front of the camera. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]:
W: What's this? I hear about your appearing on the six o'clock news.