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25
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for screening passengers and baggage at airport security checkpoints?
[ "Transportation Security Administration", "Federal Aviation Administration", "Amtrak Police Department", "U.S. Marshals Service" ]
Transportation Security Administration
[ "Federal Aviation Administration", "Amtrak Police Department", "U.S. Marshals Service" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
TSA airport checkpoint screening role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
0
Which independent federal establishment provides regular mail service in the United States?
[ "United States Postal Service", "Federal Communications Commission", "General Services Administration", "Library of Congress" ]
United States Postal Service
[ "Federal Communications Commission", "General Services Administration", "Library of Congress" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
USPS delivers U.S. mail
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
1
What is the name of the public authority that operates the New York City subway system?
[ "Metropolitan Transportation Authority", "Port Authority of New York and New Jersey", "New Jersey Transit", "Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority" ]
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
[ "Port Authority of New York and New Jersey", "New Jersey Transit", "Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
MTA runs NYC subway
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
2
Which bi-state agency operates JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Liberty airports?
[ "Port Authority of New York and New Jersey", "Metropolitan Transportation Authority", "Federal Aviation Administration", "Massport" ]
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
[ "Metropolitan Transportation Authority", "Federal Aviation Administration", "Massport" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
PANYNJ airport operator list
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
3
In the San Francisco Bay Area, which agency operates BART rail service?
[ "Bay Area Rapid Transit District", "San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency", "Caltrain", "Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority" ]
Bay Area Rapid Transit District
[ "San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency", "Caltrain", "Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
BART governed by BART District
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
4
Which public agency operates Metrorail and Metrobus in the Washington, D.C. region?
[ "Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority", "District Department of Transportation", "Maryland Transit Administration", "Virginia Railway Express" ]
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
[ "District Department of Transportation", "Maryland Transit Administration", "Virginia Railway Express" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
WMATA operates Metrorail Metrobus
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
5
Which authority operates Chicago's 'L' rapid transit and city buses?
[ "Chicago Transit Authority", "Metra", "Regional Transportation Authority", "Pace" ]
Chicago Transit Authority
[ "Metra", "Regional Transportation Authority", "Pace" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
CTA runs Chicago L and buses
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
6
Which agency operates the Metro Rail and Metro Bus system in Los Angeles County?
[ "Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority", "Metrolink", "Orange County Transportation Authority", "Long Beach Transit" ]
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
[ "Metrolink", "Orange County Transportation Authority", "Long Beach Transit" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
LA Metro official operator
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
7
Which regional agency operates SEPTA transit services in the Philadelphia area?
[ "Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority", "Port Authority Transit Corporation", "New Jersey Transit", "Delaware River Port Authority" ]
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
[ "Port Authority Transit Corporation", "New Jersey Transit", "Delaware River Port Authority" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
SEPTA full agency name
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
9
Which federal agency oversees the nation's civilian space program, including crewed launches and Mars missions?
[ "NASA", "NOAA", "DARPA", "U.S. Space Force" ]
NASA
[ "NOAA", "DARPA", "U.S. Space Force" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
NASA civilian space agency role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
10
Which U.S. agency is charged with forecasting weather and issuing many official warnings through the National Weather Service?
[ "National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration", "Environmental Protection Agency", "U.S. Geological Survey", "Federal Emergency Management Agency" ]
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
[ "Environmental Protection Agency", "U.S. Geological Survey", "Federal Emergency Management Agency" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
NOAA oversees National Weather Service
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
11
Which federal agency investigates airplane crashes and issues transportation safety recommendations in the United States?
[ "National Transportation Safety Board", "Federal Railroad Administration", "Transportation Security Administration", "Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration" ]
National Transportation Safety Board
[ "Federal Railroad Administration", "Transportation Security Administration", "Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
NTSB crash investigation mandate
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
12
Which federal agency regulates civil aviation and air traffic control in the United States?
[ "Federal Aviation Administration", "National Transportation Safety Board", "Transportation Security Administration", "Amtrak" ]
Federal Aviation Administration
[ "National Transportation Safety Board", "Transportation Security Administration", "Amtrak" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
FAA aviation regulator and ATC
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
13
Which federal agency is the primary U.S. disaster-response coordinator for hurricanes, floods, and wildfires?
[ "Federal Emergency Management Agency", "Centers for Disease Control and Prevention", "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "National Guard Bureau" ]
Federal Emergency Management Agency
[ "Centers for Disease Control and Prevention", "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "National Guard Bureau" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,017
false
FEMA disaster response role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
14
Which federal law-enforcement agency is responsible for protecting the president and combating counterfeiting?
[ "United States Secret Service", "Federal Protective Service", "U.S. Capitol Police", "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives" ]
United States Secret Service
[ "Federal Protective Service", "U.S. Capitol Police", "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
Secret Service protection and counterfeiting mission
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
15
Which federal agency administers retirement and disability benefits under Social Security in the United States?
[ "Social Security Administration", "Department of Labor", "Internal Revenue Service", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services" ]
Social Security Administration
[ "Department of Labor", "Internal Revenue Service", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
SSA benefit administration
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
16
Which federal agency collects federal taxes and enforces the Internal Revenue Code?
[ "Internal Revenue Service", "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Management and Budget", "U.S. Mint" ]
Internal Revenue Service
[ "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Management and Budget", "U.S. Mint" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
IRS tax collection role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
17
Which federal agency is responsible for public health guidance and disease surveillance, including during outbreaks in 2017-2019?
[ "Centers for Disease Control and Prevention", "Food and Drug Administration", "National Institutes of Health", "Health Resources and Services Administration" ]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
[ "Food and Drug Administration", "National Institutes of Health", "Health Resources and Services Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
CDC disease surveillance mission
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
18
Which federal agency approves prescription drugs for sale in the United States?
[ "Food and Drug Administration", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "Drug Enforcement Administration", "U.S. Department of Agriculture" ]
Food and Drug Administration
[ "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "Drug Enforcement Administration", "U.S. Department of Agriculture" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
FDA drug approval authority
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
19
Which federal agency manages the national parks, including Yellowstone and Yosemite?
[ "National Park Service", "U.S. Forest Service", "Bureau of Land Management", "Fish and Wildlife Service" ]
National Park Service
[ "U.S. Forest Service", "Bureau of Land Management", "Fish and Wildlife Service" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
NPS manages national parks
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
20
Which federal agency is best known for protecting U.S. national parks and monuments through law enforcement and stewardship?
[ "National Park Service", "Bureau of Reclamation", "Tennessee Valley Authority", "National Endowment for the Humanities" ]
National Park Service
[ "Bureau of Reclamation", "Tennessee Valley Authority", "National Endowment for the Humanities" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,017
false
NPS stewardship of parks and monuments
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
21
Which federal agency is responsible for the decennial U.S. census?
[ "United States Census Bureau", "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Government Publishing Office", "Office of Personnel Management" ]
United States Census Bureau
[ "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Government Publishing Office", "Office of Personnel Management" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
Census Bureau conducts decennial census
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
22
Which federal agency is the main U.S. foreign intelligence service for collecting intelligence abroad?
[ "Central Intelligence Agency", "National Security Agency", "Defense Intelligence Agency", "Federal Bureau of Investigation" ]
Central Intelligence Agency
[ "National Security Agency", "Defense Intelligence Agency", "Federal Bureau of Investigation" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,018
false
CIA foreign intelligence role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
23
Which federal agency is primarily responsible for domestic criminal investigations and federal law enforcement in the United States?
[ "Federal Bureau of Investigation", "U.S. Secret Service", "U.S. Postal Inspection Service", "Bureau of Prisons" ]
Federal Bureau of Investigation
[ "U.S. Secret Service", "U.S. Postal Inspection Service", "Bureau of Prisons" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,019
false
FBI domestic investigations mandate
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2017-2019
transport authorities, postal services, or national agencies
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b002
24
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for conducting the decennial national census?
[ "U.S. Census Bureau", "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
U.S. Census Bureau
[ "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,020
false
2020 Census conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
0
In the United States, which institution has the constitutional power to impeach federal officials by voting articles of impeachment?
[ "U.S. House of Representatives", "U.S. Senate", "Supreme Court of the United States", "Department of Justice" ]
U.S. House of Representatives
[ "U.S. Senate", "Supreme Court of the United States", "Department of Justice" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,021
false
Constitutional role in impeachment proceedings
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
1
In the United States, which institution conducts impeachment trials for presidents after the House impeaches them?
[ "U.S. Senate", "U.S. House of Representatives", "Supreme Court of the United States", "Federal Election Commission" ]
U.S. Senate
[ "U.S. House of Representatives", "Supreme Court of the United States", "Federal Election Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,021
false
Senate impeachment trial role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
2
In the United States, which federal department oversees the Transportation Security Administration?
[ "Department of Homeland Security", "Department of Transportation", "Department of Justice", "Department of Commerce" ]
Department of Homeland Security
[ "Department of Transportation", "Department of Justice", "Department of Commerce" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
TSA organizational placement under DHS
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
3
In the United States, which independent agency administers and enforces federal securities laws and regulates stock exchanges?
[ "Securities and Exchange Commission", "Federal Trade Commission", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Federal Communications Commission" ]
Securities and Exchange Commission
[ "Federal Trade Commission", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Federal Communications Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
SEC role in securities regulation
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
4
In the United States, which federal agency is the primary collector of federal taxes?
[ "Internal Revenue Service", "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Personnel Management", "U.S. Mint" ]
Internal Revenue Service
[ "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Personnel Management", "U.S. Mint" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
IRS tax collection role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
5
In the United States, which institution issues the majority opinion in federal constitutional cases as the nation’s highest court?
[ "Supreme Court of the United States", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit", "Department of Justice", "Judicial Conference of the United States" ]
Supreme Court of the United States
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit", "Department of Justice", "Judicial Conference of the United States" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
Highest court in the federal judiciary
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
6
In the United States, which federal agency is charged with protecting national parks such as Yellowstone and Yosemite?
[ "National Park Service", "U.S. Forest Service", "Bureau of Land Management", "Fish and Wildlife Service" ]
National Park Service
[ "U.S. Forest Service", "Bureau of Land Management", "Fish and Wildlife Service" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
National Park Service manages national parks
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
7
In the United States, which institution is the central banking system that sets monetary policy through the Federal Open Market Committee?
[ "Federal Reserve", "U.S. Treasury", "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency" ]
Federal Reserve
[ "U.S. Treasury", "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
FOMC and Federal Reserve monetary policy
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
8
In the United States, which federal department includes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention?
[ "Department of Health and Human Services", "Department of Homeland Security", "Department of Veterans Affairs", "Department of Agriculture" ]
Department of Health and Human Services
[ "Department of Homeland Security", "Department of Veterans Affairs", "Department of Agriculture" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,023
false
CDC is an agency within HHS
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
9
In the United States, which federal agency approves many prescription drugs and vaccines for public use?
[ "Food and Drug Administration", "National Institutes of Health", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "Drug Enforcement Administration" ]
Food and Drug Administration
[ "National Institutes of Health", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "Drug Enforcement Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,021
false
FDA approvals of vaccines and medicines
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
10
In the United States, which federal agency investigates many interstate crimes and major federal offenses?
[ "Federal Bureau of Investigation", "U.S. Marshals Service", "Secret Service", "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives" ]
Federal Bureau of Investigation
[ "U.S. Marshals Service", "Secret Service", "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
FBI role in federal criminal investigations
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
11
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for border inspection and customs enforcement at ports of entry?
[ "U.S. Customs and Border Protection", "U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement", "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services", "Transportation Security Administration" ]
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
[ "U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement", "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services", "Transportation Security Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
CBP role at ports of entry and borders
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
12
In the United States, which federal agency processes naturalization applications and many other lawful immigration benefits?
[ "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services", "U.S. Customs and Border Protection", "Executive Office for Immigration Review", "Department of State" ]
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
[ "U.S. Customs and Border Protection", "Executive Office for Immigration Review", "Department of State" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
USCIS handles naturalization and immigration benefits
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
13
In the United States, which federal agency provides weather forecasts and issues many severe weather warnings?
[ "National Weather Service", "Federal Emergency Management Agency", "U.S. Geological Survey", "National Hurricane Center" ]
National Weather Service
[ "Federal Emergency Management Agency", "U.S. Geological Survey", "National Hurricane Center" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
NWS forecasts and warnings role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
14
In the United States, which federal agency coordinates disaster response and recovery after major emergencies?
[ "Federal Emergency Management Agency", "National Guard Bureau", "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration" ]
Federal Emergency Management Agency
[ "National Guard Bureau", "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
FEMA disaster response mission
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
15
In the United States, which federal agency is tasked with sending astronauts into space and leading civilian space exploration missions?
[ "NASA", "Space Force", "National Reconnaissance Office", "NOAA" ]
NASA
[ "Space Force", "National Reconnaissance Office", "NOAA" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
NASA civilian space exploration role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
16
In the United States, which federal agency administers retirement and disability benefits under Social Security?
[ "Social Security Administration", "Department of Labor", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation" ]
Social Security Administration
[ "Department of Labor", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
SSA administers Social Security benefits
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
17
In the United States, which federal agency insures bank deposits up to the legal limit at member banks?
[ "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "Federal Reserve", "National Credit Union Administration", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau" ]
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
[ "Federal Reserve", "National Credit Union Administration", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,023
false
FDIC deposit insurance role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
18
In the United States, which independent federal agency enforces antitrust and consumer protection laws in many non-banking sectors?
[ "Federal Trade Commission", "Department of Commerce", "Small Business Administration", "Office of the U.S. Trade Representative" ]
Federal Trade Commission
[ "Department of Commerce", "Small Business Administration", "Office of the U.S. Trade Representative" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
FTC antitrust and consumer protection role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
19
In the United States, which federal commission regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable?
[ "Federal Communications Commission", "Federal Trade Commission", "National Telecommunications and Information Administration", "Postal Regulatory Commission" ]
Federal Communications Commission
[ "Federal Trade Commission", "National Telecommunications and Information Administration", "Postal Regulatory Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
FCC communications regulation role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
20
In the United States, which federal agency oversees workplace safety standards for many employers?
[ "Occupational Safety and Health Administration", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission", "National Labor Relations Board", "Wage and Hour Division" ]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
[ "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission", "National Labor Relations Board", "Wage and Hour Division" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
OSHA workplace safety enforcement
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
21
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for environmental regulation such as setting many pollution standards?
[ "Environmental Protection Agency", "Department of the Interior", "Council on Environmental Quality", "U.S. Geological Survey" ]
Environmental Protection Agency
[ "Department of the Interior", "Council on Environmental Quality", "U.S. Geological Survey" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
EPA pollution standards and regulation
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
22
In the United States, which federal agency delivers mail service to homes and businesses nationwide?
[ "United States Postal Service", "General Services Administration", "Government Publishing Office", "Amtrak" ]
United States Postal Service
[ "General Services Administration", "Government Publishing Office", "Amtrak" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
USPS nationwide mail delivery role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
23
In the United States, which federal agency publishes monthly national employment reports including the unemployment rate?
[ "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Census Bureau", "Congressional Budget Office" ]
Bureau of Labor Statistics
[ "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Census Bureau", "Congressional Budget Office" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,024
false
BLS monthly jobs report and unemployment data
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2020-2024
well-known public institutions and their roles
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b003
24
In the United States, which federal commission adopted the 2015 Open Internet Order commonly associated with net neutrality rules?
[ "Federal Communications Commission", "Federal Trade Commission", "Securities and Exchange Commission", "Federal Election Commission" ]
Federal Communications Commission
[ "Federal Trade Commission", "Securities and Exchange Commission", "Federal Election Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
2015 Open Internet Order FCC vote
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
0
In the United States, which public broadcaster airs the long-running TV news program 'PBS NewsHour'?
[ "PBS", "NPR", "C-SPAN", "Voice of America" ]
PBS
[ "NPR", "C-SPAN", "Voice of America" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
PBS NewsHour broadcaster
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
1
In the United States, which public broadcaster produces and distributes the radio news magazines 'Morning Edition' and 'All Things Considered'?
[ "NPR", "PBS", "C-SPAN", "Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty" ]
NPR
[ "PBS", "C-SPAN", "Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
NPR flagship news programs
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
2
In the United States, which federal agency released the 2015 Clean Power Plan?
[ "Environmental Protection Agency", "Department of Energy", "Federal Energy Regulatory Commission", "Department of the Interior" ]
Environmental Protection Agency
[ "Department of Energy", "Federal Energy Regulatory Commission", "Department of the Interior" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
2015 Clean Power Plan EPA
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
3
In the United States, which independent federal agency regulates interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil by pipeline?
[ "Federal Energy Regulatory Commission", "Nuclear Regulatory Commission", "Federal Communications Commission", "Commodity Futures Trading Commission" ]
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
[ "Nuclear Regulatory Commission", "Federal Communications Commission", "Commodity Futures Trading Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
FERC role in energy transmission regulation
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
4
In the United States, which federal commission enforces campaign finance law for federal elections?
[ "Federal Election Commission", "Election Assistance Commission", "Federal Communications Commission", "Federal Trade Commission" ]
Federal Election Commission
[ "Election Assistance Commission", "Federal Communications Commission", "Federal Trade Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
FEC campaign finance enforcement
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
5
In the United States, which federal agency was led by Chair Mary Jo White in 2015?
[ "Securities and Exchange Commission", "Federal Reserve Board", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation" ]
Securities and Exchange Commission
[ "Federal Reserve Board", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
Mary Jo White SEC chair 2015
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
6
In the United States, which federal bureau released monthly national unemployment reports in 2014-2016?
[ "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Census Bureau", "Government Accountability Office" ]
Bureau of Labor Statistics
[ "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Census Bureau", "Government Accountability Office" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
BLS monthly jobs report
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
7
In the United States, which federal agency administers the decennial census?
[ "U.S. Census Bureau", "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "National Archives and Records Administration", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
U.S. Census Bureau
[ "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "National Archives and Records Administration", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
Census Bureau decennial census role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
8
In the United States, which federal agency issues weather forecasts and warnings through the National Weather Service?
[ "National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration", "Federal Emergency Management Agency", "U.S. Geological Survey", "National Aeronautics and Space Administration" ]
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
[ "Federal Emergency Management Agency", "U.S. Geological Survey", "National Aeronautics and Space Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
NOAA oversees National Weather Service
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
9
In the United States, which federal commission regulates civilian use of nuclear materials and reactors?
[ "Nuclear Regulatory Commission", "Federal Energy Regulatory Commission", "Environmental Protection Agency", "National Transportation Safety Board" ]
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
[ "Federal Energy Regulatory Commission", "Environmental Protection Agency", "National Transportation Safety Board" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
NRC civilian nuclear regulation
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
10
In the United States, which independent federal agency investigates civil aviation accidents?
[ "National Transportation Safety Board", "Federal Aviation Administration", "Transportation Security Administration", "Department of Transportation" ]
National Transportation Safety Board
[ "Federal Aviation Administration", "Transportation Security Administration", "Department of Transportation" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
NTSB accident investigations
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
11
In the United States, which federal agency was created by the Dodd-Frank Act and was active in consumer finance enforcement in 2014-2016?
[ "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Federal Trade Commission", "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency", "National Credit Union Administration" ]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
[ "Federal Trade Commission", "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency", "National Credit Union Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
CFPB Dodd-Frank consumer finance watchdog
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
12
In the United States, which federal commission enforces antitrust law alongside the Department of Justice and also handles consumer protection?
[ "Federal Trade Commission", "Federal Communications Commission", "Consumer Product Safety Commission", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission" ]
Federal Trade Commission
[ "Federal Communications Commission", "Consumer Product Safety Commission", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
FTC antitrust and consumer protection
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
13
In the United States, which federal board was chaired by Janet Yellen in 2015?
[ "Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System", "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "National Labor Relations Board", "Export-Import Bank Board" ]
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
[ "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "National Labor Relations Board", "Export-Import Bank Board" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
Janet Yellen Fed chair 2015
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
14
In the United States, which federal agency insures bank deposits up to the legal limit?
[ "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency", "Securities Investor Protection Corporation", "Federal Housing Finance Agency" ]
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
[ "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency", "Securities Investor Protection Corporation", "Federal Housing Finance Agency" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
FDIC deposit insurance role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
15
In the United States, which federal office charters, regulates, and supervises national banks?
[ "Office of the Comptroller of the Currency", "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Financial Crimes Enforcement Network" ]
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
[ "Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation", "Consumer Financial Protection Bureau", "Financial Crimes Enforcement Network" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
OCC national bank supervision
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
16
In the United States, which federal agency was central to the 2014-2016 Ebola and Zika public health responses?
[ "Centers for Disease Control and Prevention", "Food and Drug Administration", "National Institutes of Health", "Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry" ]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
[ "Food and Drug Administration", "National Institutes of Health", "Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
CDC Ebola Zika response coverage
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
17
In the United States, which federal agency approves new prescription drugs for the market?
[ "Food and Drug Administration", "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "National Institutes of Health", "Drug Enforcement Administration" ]
Food and Drug Administration
[ "Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services", "National Institutes of Health", "Drug Enforcement Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
FDA drug approval authority
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
18
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for immigration benefits such as naturalization and green card applications?
[ "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services", "Immigration and Customs Enforcement", "Customs and Border Protection", "Executive Office for Immigration Review" ]
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
[ "Immigration and Customs Enforcement", "Customs and Border Protection", "Executive Office for Immigration Review" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
USCIS immigration benefits role
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
19
In the United States, which federal agency runs the nation's civilian space program?
[ "NASA", "NOAA", "DARPA", "U.S. Space Force" ]
NASA
[ "NOAA", "DARPA", "U.S. Space Force" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
NASA civilian space agency
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
20
In the United States, which federal institution is the official archive for presidential records and the U.S. Constitution?
[ "National Archives and Records Administration", "Library of Congress", "Smithsonian Institution", "Government Publishing Office" ]
National Archives and Records Administration
[ "Library of Congress", "Smithsonian Institution", "Government Publishing Office" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
NARA archives Constitution and presidential records
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
21
In the United States, which federal agency is the principal statistical agency for measuring gross domestic product?
[ "Bureau of Economic Analysis", "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Congressional Budget Office", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
Bureau of Economic Analysis
[ "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Congressional Budget Office", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,014
false
BEA GDP estimates
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
22
In the United States, which federal agency investigates and enforces federal civil rights employment discrimination laws?
[ "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission", "National Labor Relations Board", "Office of Special Counsel", "Merit Systems Protection Board" ]
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
[ "National Labor Relations Board", "Office of Special Counsel", "Merit Systems Protection Board" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,016
false
EEOC employment discrimination enforcement
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
23
In the United States, which federal board oversees labor relations and union representation elections in most private-sector workplaces?
[ "National Labor Relations Board", "Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission", "Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission" ]
National Labor Relations Board
[ "Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission", "Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,015
false
NLRB union election authority
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2014-2016
public broadcasters, national regulators, or commissions
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b005
24
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for conducting the decennial census, including the 2010 Census?
[ "U.S. Census Bureau", "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Personnel Management" ]
U.S. Census Bureau
[ "Bureau of Labor Statistics", "Government Accountability Office", "Office of Personnel Management" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,010
false
2010 Census conducted by Commerce Department bureau
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
0
In the United States, which body formally certifies each state's presidential election results for the Electoral College after the 2012 election?
[ "State election authorities under state law", "The Federal Election Commission", "The U.S. Supreme Court", "The National Governors Association" ]
State election authorities under state law
[ "The Federal Election Commission", "The U.S. Supreme Court", "The National Governors Association" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
state certification of presidential electors
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
2
Which federal court heard the challenge to California's Proposition 8 before the case reached the U.S. Supreme Court in 2013?
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit", "California Supreme Court" ]
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit", "California Supreme Court" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
Hollingsworth v. Perry Ninth Circuit appeal
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
3
In 2013, which U.S. federal court struck down part of the Voting Rights Act in Shelby County v. Holder?
[ "U.S. Supreme Court", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit", "U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia", "Supreme Court of Alabama" ]
U.S. Supreme Court
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit", "U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia", "Supreme Court of Alabama" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
Shelby County v. Holder decision
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
4
Which U.S. federal law enforcement agency was led by Director Robert Mueller until 2013?
[ "Federal Bureau of Investigation", "U.S. Marshals Service", "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives", "Drug Enforcement Administration" ]
Federal Bureau of Investigation
[ "U.S. Marshals Service", "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives", "Drug Enforcement Administration" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
Mueller FBI director through 2013
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
5
Which city police department was at the center of national stop-and-frisk litigation and debate in 2013?
[ "New York City Police Department", "Los Angeles Police Department", "Chicago Police Department", "Philadelphia Police Department" ]
New York City Police Department
[ "Los Angeles Police Department", "Chicago Police Department", "Philadelphia Police Department" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
stop-and-frisk ruling against NYPD
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
6
Which U.S. agency administers federal civil service hiring for many government jobs?
[ "Office of Personnel Management", "General Services Administration", "Office of Government Ethics", "Merit Systems Protection Board" ]
Office of Personnel Management
[ "General Services Administration", "Office of Government Ethics", "Merit Systems Protection Board" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,011
false
federal civil service hiring administration
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
7
Which federal board hears appeals by many federal employees on adverse personnel actions?
[ "Merit Systems Protection Board", "National Labor Relations Board", "Federal Labor Relations Authority", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission" ]
Merit Systems Protection Board
[ "National Labor Relations Board", "Federal Labor Relations Authority", "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
appeals of federal employee discipline
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
8
Which U.S. election body enforces federal campaign finance law and oversees disclosure for federal candidates?
[ "Federal Election Commission", "Election Assistance Commission", "Office of Government Ethics", "Congressional Budget Office" ]
Federal Election Commission
[ "Election Assistance Commission", "Office of Government Ethics", "Congressional Budget Office" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
campaign finance enforcement agency
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
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gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
9
Which U.S. agency was created to help states improve election administration and voting systems after the 2000 election and was active during 2010-2013?
[ "Election Assistance Commission", "Federal Communications Commission", "Administrative Conference of the United States", "Consumer Product Safety Commission" ]
Election Assistance Commission
[ "Federal Communications Commission", "Administrative Conference of the United States", "Consumer Product Safety Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,011
false
federal assistance for election administration
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
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courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
10
In 2012, which state office was held by Florida's chief election official, Ken Detzner?
[ "Secretary of State of Florida", "Attorney General of Florida", "Chief Justice of Florida", "Commissioner of Agriculture of Florida" ]
Secretary of State of Florida
[ "Attorney General of Florida", "Chief Justice of Florida", "Commissioner of Agriculture of Florida" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
Ken Detzner state election chief title
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
11
Which county election office became nationally known in 2012 because it administered voting in Las Vegas?
[ "Clark County Election Department", "Maricopa County Elections Department", "Cook County Clerk's Office", "Harris County Clerk's Office" ]
Clark County Election Department
[ "Maricopa County Elections Department", "Cook County Clerk's Office", "Harris County Clerk's Office" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
Las Vegas county election administration
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
12
Which U.S. federal court is headquartered in the E. Barrett Prettyman United States Courthouse in Washington, D.C.?
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit", "U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia", "U.S. Tax Court" ]
U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit", "U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia", "U.S. Tax Court" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,011
false
Prettyman courthouse principal occupant
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
13
Which courthouse in lower Manhattan houses the New York County branch of the New York Supreme Court, often seen in major civil and criminal proceedings?
[ "New York County Courthouse", "Thurgood Marshall United States Courthouse", "Daniel Patrick Moynihan U.S. Courthouse", "Kings County Supreme Court Building" ]
New York County Courthouse
[ "Thurgood Marshall United States Courthouse", "Daniel Patrick Moynihan U.S. Courthouse", "Kings County Supreme Court Building" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,010
false
60 Centre Street state courthouse Manhattan
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
14
Which U.S. federal law enforcement agency is primarily responsible for protecting the president and investigating counterfeiting?
[ "United States Secret Service", "Diplomatic Security Service", "Capitol Police", "Federal Protective Service" ]
United States Secret Service
[ "Diplomatic Security Service", "Capitol Police", "Federal Protective Service" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,011
false
presidential protection and counterfeit investigations
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
15
Which police force is responsible for security on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol?
[ "United States Capitol Police", "United States Park Police", "Supreme Court Police", "Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia" ]
United States Capitol Police
[ "United States Park Police", "Supreme Court Police", "Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
Capitol grounds police force
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
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16
Which police agency patrols the National Mall and many federal parklands in Washington, D.C.?
[ "United States Park Police", "United States Capitol Police", "D.C. Housing Authority Police Department", "Amtrak Police Department" ]
United States Park Police
[ "United States Capitol Police", "D.C. Housing Authority Police Department", "Amtrak Police Department" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,010
false
National Mall law enforcement agency
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
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gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
17
Which federal service is responsible for transporting and protecting federal prisoners and securing the federal judiciary?
[ "U.S. Marshals Service", "Federal Bureau of Prisons", "Immigration and Customs Enforcement", "Naval Criminal Investigative Service" ]
U.S. Marshals Service
[ "Federal Bureau of Prisons", "Immigration and Customs Enforcement", "Naval Criminal Investigative Service" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
judicial security and prisoner transport
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
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2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
18
Which independent federal agency investigates discrimination complaints by employees and job applicants in the United States?
[ "Equal Employment Opportunity Commission", "National Mediation Board", "Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service", "Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission" ]
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
[ "National Mediation Board", "Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service", "Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,011
false
federal workplace discrimination complaints agency
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
19
Which federal office prosecutes crimes and represents the United States in federal court within each judicial district?
[ "United States Attorney's Office", "Public Defender Service", "Solicitor General's Office", "Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts" ]
United States Attorney's Office
[ "Public Defender Service", "Solicitor General's Office", "Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,010
false
federal district prosecutors office
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explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
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2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
20
Which federal public body manages the main civilian personnel records and retirement systems for U.S. government workers?
[ "Office of Personnel Management", "Social Security Administration", "Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
Office of Personnel Management
[ "Social Security Administration", "Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration", "Office of Management and Budget" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
federal employee records and retirement administration
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
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gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__civic_institutions__b004
21
Which state-level body draws congressional and legislative district maps in California following the 2010 census?
[ "California Citizens Redistricting Commission", "California Secretary of State", "California Supreme Court", "California Fair Political Practices Commission" ]
California Citizens Redistricting Commission
[ "California Secretary of State", "California Supreme Court", "California Fair Political Practices Commission" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,011
false
post-2010 California redistricting body
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
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2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
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gpt-5.4
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22
Which county board oversees elections in Cook County, Illinois, separate from the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners?
[ "Cook County Clerk's Office", "Illinois State Board of Elections", "DuPage County Election Commission", "Chicago City Clerk's Office" ]
Cook County Clerk's Office
[ "Illinois State Board of Elections", "DuPage County Election Commission", "Chicago City Clerk's Office" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,012
false
suburban Cook County election administration
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
courts, police, election bodies, and civil services
prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
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23
Which federal court of appeals covers Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi?
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit" ]
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
[ "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit", "U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit" ]
United States
America
Civic institutions
2,013
false
federal appellate circuit covering Texas Louisiana Mississippi
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LocalNewsQA-Core
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prioritize questions grounded in institutions, offices, venues, or public bodies
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24
Which institution serves as the central bank of the United States?
[ "Federal Reserve", "Bank of England", "European Central Bank", "U.S. Treasury" ]
Federal Reserve
[ "Bank of England", "European Central Bank", "U.S. Treasury" ]
United States
America
Economy and business
2,010
false
U.S. central bank widely identified as the Federal Reserve
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
stock exchanges, currencies, and central banks
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__economy_business__b000
0
What is the official currency of the United States?
[ "U.S. dollar", "British pound", "Euro", "Canadian dollar" ]
U.S. dollar
[ "British pound", "Euro", "Canadian dollar" ]
United States
America
Economy and business
2,010
false
official U.S. currency in news and government references
LocalNewsQA-Core-Explicit
explicit
LocalNewsQA-Core
United Kingdom
2010-2013
stock exchanges, currencies, and central banks
prioritize well-known nationally salient facts and named entities
gpt-5.4
explicit__united_states__economy_business__b000
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