[originaltext]M: I do like those colorful birds. I think you can teach them to

M: I do like those colorful birds. I think you can teach them to talk.
W: Yes. But they are too expensive. Frankly, I’d rather buy a parrot here.
Q: Where did this conversation take place?

M: Cathy, did you see Susan in the business office? I have some urgent matters to negotiate with her at present.
W: Yes, she was applying for a student loan.
Q: What was Susan doing?