Function Analysis of Conversation on Leaving a Message
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Bob Cain: Hello, can I speak to George please? (Requesting)

George's wife: George isn't  in at the moment. (Reporting negatively) He should be back around 5:30. (Predicting)

Bob Cain:
Well, can I leave a message? (Requesting)

George's wife:
Sure. (Granting) Wait a second. (Controlling) Okay. (Granting)

Bob Cain:
Tell him Bob Cain called. (Instructing) It's about the boat. (Referring)

George's wife:
And what's your number Bob? (Inquiring)

Bob Cain: 645-7814.
(Reporting) He has it, I think (Speculating)
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