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Part 1. Definition The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Part 2. Example Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Answer: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Part 3. Exercise Sentence: Grants of tax-free land over the years had been made to Buddhist temples and members of the court aristocracy. Question: What happened after the grants were issued to the temples? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example solution: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: They first traveled by plane around Europe, where they saw many different people and sights. Question: What happened after the planes would land.?
Solution: No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: But while Ahmadinejad's mercurial rants captured our media's attention, back in Iran a coordinated strategy against the women's movement continued. Question: When did Ahmadinejad's ranting begin? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: Her mommy took her to the dog pound so that she could choose one that she wanted. Question: Did they stay at the dog pound after choosing the dog that she wanted? Student:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [Q]: Sentence: Our investigation has uncovered no credible evidence that any person in the United States gave the hijackers substantial financial assistance. Question: How long did the investigation span? [A]: No. [Q]: Sentence: Afterwards she felt a lot better and went to sleep. Question: When did she go to sleep? [A]: Yes. [Q]: Sentence: He also promises to `` come to '' him . Question: What time will he come? [A]:
No.
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Part 1. Definition The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Part 2. Example Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Answer: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Part 3. Exercise Sentence: After the August missile strikes, diplomatic options to press the Taliban seemed no more promising than military options. Question: What happened after the strikes? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: She began to tell the story of Majestic, the wild horse who could not be calmed. Question: Is the horse calm today? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: Those in the shelter wondered if the aircraft had been shot down pursuant to this authorization. Question: What happened after the aircraft was shot down? Student:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Given the task definition, example input & output, solve the new input case. The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Output: Yes. The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. New input case for you: Sentence: Ana studied very hard to be the best she could be at spelling. Question: Did Ana continue to study hard the next year? Output:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: Max seemed to be happy to have his human by his side as well as a new doggy friend. Question: When did Max meet up with his human and doggy friend? answer: No. question: Sentence: About a third of what we throw out is packaging. Question: What time was the packaging thrown out? answer: Yes. question: Sentence: Max seemed to be happy to have his human by his side as well as a new doggy friend. Question: Does Max have a long relationship with his doggy friend? answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: At current rates of use, coal will last about 300 years. Question: How often are the coal reserves calculated? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: Upsetting many of his colleagues and contemporaries in France, the book brought about the final split with Sartre. Question: Were his colleagues still angry next year? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example input: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example output: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: , native Archaic Indians began to develop a lasting hunting and gathering culture. Question: What time of day would a typical hunt start? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: The resolution creating the new intelligence committee structure should grant subpoena authority to the committee or committees. Question: When will the subpoena be granted? answer: No. question: Sentence: Church is brought back to life , but is an evil shell of himself . Question: Will Church live forever? answer: No. question: Sentence: Britain finally ceded the island to Spain in the year 1802, under the terms of the Treaty of Amiens. Question: What happened after the treaty was signed? answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: He ran all around the pond, barking at the ducks. Question: What time did he bark at the ducks? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: When he's not working for a Washington defense attorney, Lucas recovers stolen property for a 40% cut. Question: Is he still wearing his work suit when he is relaxing on his days off? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: Joey spent the afternoon looking for his German Shepherd where they often played, like the field and forest. Question: Was Joey searching for his German Shepherd at night? SOLUTION:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. -------- Question: Sentence: We may promise ""justice for all,"" but for those who can't afford a lawyer, that promise is often a lie. Question: How often can people expect to have justice? Answer: Yes. Question: Sentence: I clapped her shoulder to show I was not laughing at her. Question: Will they still be laughing later that day? Answer: Yes. Question: Sentence: During breakfast one morning, he seemed lost in thought and ignored his food. Question: Was he still lost in thought in the evening ? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: She began to tell the story of Majestic, the wild horse who could not be calmed. Question: What happened after she told the story? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: However , by the time Schahzenan's army reaches the city , Scheherazade's plan has worked . Question: Will Schahzenan's army still reside in the city? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: He them imprisons the royal family in his prison . Question: How many times was the royal family in prison? SOLUTION:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example input: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example output: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: During breakfast one morning, he seemed lost in thought and ignored his food. Question: How long was he lost in thoughts? A:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: Because then they feel like they are forced to stay in that situation."". Question: On average, how often do they feel stuck in the situation? answer: No. question: Sentence: So from now on, Marsha takes extra special care to make sure Joey is safe and sound at all times. Question: Is Joey safe and sound today? answer: No. question: Sentence: Whatever their origins, their culture evolved under the pressure and influence of foreign forces. Question: How long have they been evolving? answer:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: A majority of 65 votes in the 128-member body was required to reject his reinstatement. Question: Was he elected for a lifetime? Student:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: Martinez works two jobs as a physician's assistant and supports his elderly parents and 8-year-old son. Question: Does Martinez work on the weekdays? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: On Fridays, Billy answers in a loud voice and Sally in a quiet voice. Question: How long does it take for them to answer? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: In Colombia, the drug-financed guerrillas trying to seize the country and destroy democracy include M-19, which Castro has clearly backed. Question: Is Colombia's democratic government stable? No. Sentence: Then the green ball told the orange ball that blue ball was stupid. Question: When did the green ball approach the orange ball? No. Sentence: Schools were scarce between World War I and World War II. Question: What occurred between World War I and World War II?
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: The fiction of Japanese imperial power had become infinitely extendable. Question: Did the illusion of imperial power extend into the modern era? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: Jaanu , who has been following Nandini , beats up Preetam thinking that he is in love with Nandini . Question: How often had Jaanu beat up Preetam? No. Sentence: The dog accompanied him, frisking about him in friendly fashion. Question: When did they go home? No. Sentence: Often times women are in need of immediate legal assistance services for the protection of the mother and the child. Question: Are the immediate legal assistance services permanent?
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: Mr. Barco has refused U.S. troops or advisers but has accepted U.S. military aid. Question: What happened after Mr. Barco accepted the military aid? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: There are many haras (breeding stables) in the neighbourhood, and the big Norman posters are much in demand. Question: How often are the big Norman posters requested? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: If you walked, you used chemical energy from the food you ate. Question: What time did you eat? Student:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: Mr. Barco has refused U.S. troops or advisers but has accepted U.S. military aid. Question: When did he begin to accept the military aid? A:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: If I cannot carry my groceries or my laundry, how can I live?. Question: How many times a week does he do the laundry? Student:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [EX Q]: Sentence: At current rates of use, coal will last about 300 years. Question: How often are the coal reserves calculated? [EX A]: No. [EX Q]: Sentence: This means it is not moving yet, but it has the potential to move. Question: What happens after it is in motion? [EX A]: Yes. [EX Q]: Sentence: It's hail crackled across the comm, and Tara spun to retake her seat at the helm. Question: What time of day was the storm? [EX A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: They packed up the car and drove to the library, ready for a fun morning. Question: Was the car still driving the next day? Student:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: Johnson is a justice on California's Second District Court of Appeal. Question: When did Johnson arrive to court? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: Eventually, the shelter received word that the alleged hijacker 5 miles away had been a medevac helicopter. Question: When did the shelter receive the information? SOLUTION: Yes. PROBLEM: Sentence: Convicted murderer Seth Baxter awakens chained to a table beneath a pendulum blade . Question: How many times has he been in jail? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: Johnson is a justice on California's Second District Court of Appeal. Question: When did Johnson arrive to court? SOLUTION:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example input: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example output: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: Alexander the Great's accomplishments and legacy have been depicted in many cultures. Question: When did Alexander the Great reign? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: Every Saturday we would go to the park and play Toodles' favorite game. Question: has it always been his favorite game? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: She began to tell the story of Majestic, the wild horse who could not be calmed. Question: How often did she tell the story? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example input: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example output: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: He loved spending time with him when he was younger, but he had moved last year. Question: How long did the move take? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example solution: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: The program avoids legal jargon, offers a courthouse video tour and sticks to a fifth-grade vocabulary. Question: What day is the courthouse video tour held?
Solution: No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Ex Input: Sentence: Ana studied very hard to be the best she could be at spelling. Question: Did Ana continue to study hard the next year? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: You can see examples of people with gravitational potential energy in 1.5 Figure below. Question: What will a typical person do after reviewing the example? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: The program avoids legal jargon, offers a courthouse video tour and sticks to a fifth-grade vocabulary. Question: What day is the courthouse video tour held? Ex Output:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [EX Q]: Sentence: , native Archaic Indians began to develop a lasting hunting and gathering culture. Question: Did they always have a hunting and gathering culture? [EX A]: Yes. [EX Q]: Sentence: In the opening scene , Randy Morton describes a typical Friday afternoon at the Waldorf . Question: What did he do after leaving the Waldorf? [EX A]: No. [EX Q]: Sentence: So from now on, Marsha takes extra special care to make sure Joey is safe and sound at all times. Question: How long had Joey been safe and sound? [EX A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Part 1. Definition The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Part 2. Example Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Answer: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Part 3. Exercise Sentence: That amount is convertible into shares of Meridian common stock at $2 a share during its one-year term. Question: How long has the stock been 2 dollars per share? Answer:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [Q]: Sentence: They also argued that Hall's litigious style hampered their ability to garner funds from Congress. Question: How often are funds garnered from Congress? [A]: No. [Q]: Sentence: We may promise ""justice for all,"" but for those who can't afford a lawyer, that promise is often a lie. Question: How long did it take to afford a lawyer? [A]: No. [Q]: Sentence: They also argued that Hall's litigious style hampered their ability to garner funds from Congress. Question: Is Hall still serving? [A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [Q]: Sentence: The most powerful families thus carved out for themselves whole regions that were to become the fiefdoms of Japanese feudalism. Question: What happened after these regions were carved out? [A]: Yes. [Q]: Sentence: Allan crouched over his desk once more, pen in hand and mind blank. Question: What happened after Allan picked up the pen? [A]: No. [Q]: Sentence: The group are chased by the assassins and Ronnie and Riya are killed . Question: What happened after Ronnie and Riya were killed? [A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: But while Ahmadinejad's mercurial rants captured our media's attention, back in Iran a coordinated strategy against the women's movement continued. Question: Did Ahmadinejad's rantings continue once the women's movement ended? Yes. Sentence: Nibras and Quso delivered money to Khallad in Bangkok during Khallad's January 2000 trip to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. Question: Did Nibras and Quso each return home after the delivery? No. Sentence: Pushkin gradually became committed to social reform and emerged as a spokesman for literary radicals. Question: How long did it take for Pushkin to commit to social reform?
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [EX Q]: Sentence: He estimated the money will help handle at least another 180 cases next year. Question: What happened before the money was available? [EX A]: No. [EX Q]: Sentence: The program avoids legal jargon, offers a courthouse video tour and sticks to a fifth-grade vocabulary. Question: How often is the courthouse video tour held? [EX A]: No. [EX Q]: Sentence: A plant uses a lot of energy to produce nectar. Question: What happens after the nectar is produced? [EX A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: So from now on, Marsha takes extra special care to make sure Joey is safe and sound at all times. Question: How often was Joey safe and sound? SOLUTION: Yes. PROBLEM: Sentence: On London's Stock Exchange, Reuters shares rose five pence to 913 pence ($14.43). Question: How often does it rise? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: Wallace lives in Athens, W. Va., with her husband Rob, 37, and her daughters Rachel, 11, and Claire, 5. Question: How often does Wallace travel outside of Athens? SOLUTION:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: Thats because the sound couldnt travel without air particles to transfer the sound energy. Question: Can sound still travel tomorrow? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: I clapped her shoulder to show I was not laughing at her. Question: Will they still be laughing later that day? A:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Ex Input: Sentence: Hitherward they came, Meeting our faces from the middle point, With us beyond but with a larger stride. Question: How often did they come? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: and jumped up and down on the side walk trying to get him to see them. Question: How many days did he try to show them to him? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: I clapped her shoulder to show I was not laughing at her. Question: Will they still be laughing later that day? Ex Output:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: The leaders of the Department of Homeland Security now appear before 88 committees and subcommittees of Congress. Question: How often are they required to appear? No. Sentence: Pushkin gradually became committed to social reform and emerged as a spokesman for literary radicals. Question: Was Pushkin always a spokesman for literary radicals? Yes. Sentence: Thats because the sound couldnt travel without air particles to transfer the sound energy. Question: Can sound still travel tomorrow?
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: In a matter of 48 hours, Alexander II planned to release his plan for the duma to the Russian people. Question: How long did it take for Alexander II to say his plan? A:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: Her mommy took her to the dog pound so that she could choose one that she wanted. Question: Did they stay at the dog pound after choosing the dog that she wanted? answer: No. question: Sentence: About 30% of Ratners's profit already is derived from the U.S. Question: What day did Ratners realize he had made profit? answer: No. question: Sentence: In Malaysia, Powell met with Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who has led the country since 1981. Question: How long did Powell take to travel to Malaysia to meet the Prime Minister? answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example solution: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: The Portuguese Crown, delighted with its first important discovery, immediately embarked on a program of colonization. Question: Do the original colonies still exist?
Solution: No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: Radio Televizioni Shqiptar (RTSH) is the public radio and TV broadcaster of Albania, founded by King Zog in 1938. Question: Is King Zog still living? Yes. Sentence: Sarawak's coast and jungle interior were controlled by the Iban — Sea Dayak pirates and Land Dayak slash-and-burn farmers. Question: How often had the Iban had control of the Sarawak's coast? No. Sentence: Allan crouched over his desk once more, pen in hand and mind blank. Question: What happened after Allan picked up the pen?
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: Jaanu , who has been following Nandini , beats up Preetam thinking that he is in love with Nandini . Question: What day did Jaanu beat up Preetam? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: What if you rode the bus or were driven in a car?. Question: After entering the bus, would you still be on a bus ride the next day? answer: No. question: Sentence: In the mean time fate had avenged Law on one of his lesser enemies. Question: What happened after fate intervened? answer: No. question: Sentence: She began to tell the story of Majestic, the wild horse who could not be calmed. Question: How long did she tell the story? answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: Tocqueville was a classical liberal who advocated parliamentary government, but was skeptical of the extremes of democracy. Question: How often did he join different political [parties? answer: No. question: Sentence: One result was two NSC-led interagency trips to Persian Gulf states in 1999 and 2000. Question: How often are trips made to the Persian Gulf by the interagency of the NSC? answer: No. question: Sentence: Lgurio informs Callimaco that Nicia and Lucrezia are anxious to have a child . Question: How often to Nicia and Lucrezia express their desire to have children? answer:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: Our investigation has uncovered no credible evidence that any person in the United States gave the hijackers substantial financial assistance. Question: How often are investigations like this launched? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Part 1. Definition The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Part 2. Example Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Answer: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Part 3. Exercise Sentence: The official death toll has reached 114 -- including 66 women, 28 children and 20 men, the ministry said. Question: How long has it taken for the death toll to reach this number? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: In a matter of 48 hours, Alexander II planned to release his plan for the duma to the Russian people. Question: What did Alexander II do before releasing his plan? Answer:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example Input: Sentence: Johnson is a justice on California's Second District Court of Appeal. Question: How long does a case usually last? Example Output: No. Example Input: Sentence: In a matter of 48 hours, Alexander II planned to release his plan for the duma to the Russian people. Question: What did Alexander II do before releasing his plan? Example Output: Yes. Example Input: Sentence: In a matter of 48 hours, Alexander II planned to release his plan for the duma to the Russian people. Question: What did Alexander II do before releasing his plan? Example Output:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example solution: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: In the mean time fate had avenged Law on one of his lesser enemies. Question: How long had he had this enemy?
Solution: No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [EX Q]: Sentence: They woke up and the sun was beginning to set. Question: Was the sun setting the next evening? [EX A]: No. [EX Q]: Sentence: Because then they feel like they are forced to stay in that situation."". Question: Will they feel forced to stay next year? [EX A]: Yes. [EX Q]: Sentence: Shortly before she left, Tasha said, ""You steal from life for art, Bernardo. Question: What did Benardo do next? [EX A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: Finley only realizes with hindsight that his misdeeds far surpass those of Violet . Question: What did he do after he realized this? answer: No. question: Sentence: If I cannot carry my groceries or my laundry, how can I live?. Question: What happened to the clothes? answer: No. question: Sentence: Our investigation has uncovered no credible evidence that any person in the United States gave the hijackers substantial financial assistance. Question: At what time was the investigation launched? answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Part 1. Definition The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Part 2. Example Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Answer: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Part 3. Exercise Sentence: , followed by other ports at Hyères, Antibes, and Nice. Question: Do you go to the ports again? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [Q]: Sentence: Only certain animals were able to get at the plants hidden nectar. Question: When did the animals get to the plant's hidden nectar? [A]: No. [Q]: Sentence: This time, however, the anonymous artist worked in tandem with the director of Bristol museum in the UK. Question: How often had they worked together before? [A]: Yes. [Q]: Sentence: There were a couple times that the family dog, Mika, has tried to take Joey from Marsha and eat him!. Question: How often does Mika try to eat Joey? [A]:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
You will be given a definition of a task first, then an example. Follow the example to solve a new instance of the task. The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Why? The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. New input: Sentence: There are now more protons than electrons inside the atom. Question: When did the number of electrons increase? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: By the time the spelling bee arrived Ana and her best friend were sure she would win. Question: Were they still confident once the spelling bee began? Student:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: Because then they feel like they are forced to stay in that situation."". Question: On average, how often do they feel stuck in the situation? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example is below. Q: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? A: Yes. Rationale: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: The king of Gandhara then stops everyone from grabbing the little food that is provided . Question: How often are they able to eat? A:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example input: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example output: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Q: Sentence: So really, that's what many of the people are doing now,"" he said. Question: What did they done when they were done? A:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: The Portuguese Crown, delighted with its first important discovery, immediately embarked on a program of colonization. Question: How often did the Portuguese send new settlers to the colonies? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. -------- Question: Sentence: If I cannot carry my groceries or my laundry, how can I live?. Question: How many times a week does he do the laundry? Answer: No. Question: Sentence: Then they laid down on some towels and enjoyed the sun. Question: At what time did they lay down on the towels? Answer: No. Question: Sentence: After the August missile strikes, diplomatic options to press the Taliban seemed no more promising than military options. Question: When did the strikes start? Answer:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Ex Input: Sentence: Max seemed to be happy to have his human by his side as well as a new doggy friend. Question: When did Max meet up with his human and doggy friend? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: Thats because the sound couldnt travel without air particles to transfer the sound energy. Question: Can sound still travel tomorrow? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: Natural Levees A flooding river often forms natural levees along its banks. Question: When would a levee form? Ex Output:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Given the task definition, example input & output, solve the new input case. The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Output: Yes. The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. New input case for you: Sentence: This sediment has been eroded off areas of land from upstream. Question: When does most of the erosion occur? Output:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [Q]: Sentence: This means it is not moving yet, but it has the potential to move. Question: Will it still have potential energy once it is in motion? [A]: No. [Q]: Sentence: Those in the shelter wondered if the aircraft had been shot down pursuant to this authorization. Question: Are they still in the shelter? [A]: Yes. [Q]: Sentence: This sediment has been eroded off areas of land from upstream. Question: When does most of the erosion occur? [A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Ex Input: Sentence: But while Ahmadinejad's mercurial rants captured our media's attention, back in Iran a coordinated strategy against the women's movement continued. Question: When did the women's movement start? Ex Output: Yes. Ex Input: Sentence: Grants of tax-free land over the years had been made to Buddhist temples and members of the court aristocracy. Question: What happened after the grants were issued to the temples? Ex Output: No. Ex Input: Sentence: In the opening scene , Randy Morton describes a typical Friday afternoon at the Waldorf . Question: How long does he spend at the Waldorf? Ex Output:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Given the task definition, example input & output, solve the new input case. The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Output: Yes. The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. New input case for you: Sentence: The dog accompanied him, frisking about him in friendly fashion. Question: How often do the go for a walk? Output:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: By the beginning of the fourth century the Algarve had a bishop in place, based in Faro. Question: What year did the bishop arrive in Faro? Answer:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: Jerry swims in circles until Tom's head has done a 360 , and is then grabbed again . Question: What happened before Jerry swam in circles? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: The side of Malaquez's parcel gave way to reveal a greenmunk caught in a sheen of solid air. Question: How long was the greenmunk visible? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: The dog accompanied him, frisking about him in friendly fashion. Question: How often do the go for a walk? SOLUTION:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: Carl Laemmle, head of Universal Studios, gave Einstein a tour of his studio and introduced him to Chaplin. Question: At what time did Einstein return home? No. Sentence: The resolution creating the new intelligence committee structure should grant subpoena authority to the committee or committees. Question: How long does it take to grant a subpoena? No. Sentence: By the beginning of the fourth century the Algarve had a bishop in place, based in Faro. Question: What year did the bishop arrive in Faro?
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. One example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution is here: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this: Sentence: This time, however, the anonymous artist worked in tandem with the director of Bristol museum in the UK. Question: How often had they worked together before? Solution:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: You can see examples of people with gravitational potential energy in 1.5 Figure below. Question: What will a typical person do after reviewing the example? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: In the mean time fate had avenged Law on one of his lesser enemies. Question: Is he still an enemy? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: This time, however, the anonymous artist worked in tandem with the director of Bristol museum in the UK. Question: How often had they worked together before? SOLUTION:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: A levee is a raised strip of sediments deposited close to the waters edge. Question: When was there a sediment deposit? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: The person may walk a half mile in the wrong direction!. Question: How does the person walk in the wrong direction? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: In the end , they drive off , listening to the radio . Question: Was the vehicle they were driving built before the trip started? SOLUTION:
Yes.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: Her mommy took her to the dog pound so that she could choose one that she wanted. Question: What did they do after she chose the dog that she wanted? Student:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. [EX Q]: Sentence: We may promise ""justice for all,"" but for those who can't afford a lawyer, that promise is often a lie. Question: How often can people expect to have justice? [EX A]: Yes. [EX Q]: Sentence: What if you rode the bus or were driven in a car?. Question: What time can you expect the first bus of the day? [EX A]: No. [EX Q]: Sentence: If you walked, you used chemical energy from the food you ate. Question: Did you walk all night long? [EX A]:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: The Justice Department released a statement on the alert the same day. Question: Was the Justice Department created before the statement? Yes. Sentence: What if you rode the bus or were driven in a car?. Question: After entering the bus, would you still be on a bus ride the next day? No. Sentence: On London's Stock Exchange, Reuters shares rose five pence to 913 pence ($14.43). Question: How often does it rise?
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: If I cannot carry my groceries or my laundry, how can I live?. Question: What happened to the clothes? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
instruction: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. question: Sentence: He says that instead of everyone dying , they could keep at least one of their princes alive . Question: Is he still keeping one prince alive? answer: No. question: Sentence: Princes and princesses judged the merits of birds, insects, flowers, roots, or seashells. Question: How often did they judge the merits of objects? answer: No. question: Sentence: If I cannot carry my groceries or my laundry, how can I live?. Question: What happened to the clothes? answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: Britain seized Gibraltar — in the name of the Hapsburg claimant — and retained it when the war was over. Question: How many times did the Spain and British fight over the territory? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Example solution: Yes. Example explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: In 1996 the WHO found that much of the population existed in a state of ``semi-starvation.''. Question: Does the population exist in a state of semi starvation today?
Solution: No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Teacher: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Teacher: Now, understand the problem? If you are still confused, see the following example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Reason: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Now, solve this instance: Sentence: Still , Preetam vows to marry Nandini if she meets him again . Question: How often did they think of each other? Student:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: They then took a boat to Africa and Asia, where they went on a trip through the mountains. Question: What time did the boat arrive? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
TASK DEFINITION: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. PROBLEM: Sentence: The side of Malaquez's parcel gave way to reveal a greenmunk caught in a sheen of solid air. Question: How long was the greenmunk visible? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: He named the house, which was completed in 1802, the ""Grange"" after his grandfather Alexander's estate in Ayrshire, Scotland. Question: How long did it take to complete the house? SOLUTION: No. PROBLEM: Sentence: Jerry goes out to the pier and casts his favorite bait : cheese . Question: How much time did Jerry spend at the pier? SOLUTION:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Sentence: Afterwards she felt a lot better and went to sleep. Question: When did she go to sleep? Yes. Sentence: Grants of tax-free land over the years had been made to Buddhist temples and members of the court aristocracy. Question: When were the grants introduced? No. Sentence: The clock could be heard ticking through the air and glass of the jar. Question: when was the clock ticking?
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Detailed Instructions: The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. See one example below: Problem: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Solution: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Problem: Sentence: Several tenants blame other neighbors as perpetrators of the rift, however. Question: How long has there been a rift between neighbors? Solution:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Let me give you an example: Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? The answer to this example can be: Yes. Here is why: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. OK. solve this: Sentence: The organization has already lost some staff through attrition and has turned away some cases, she said. Question: When did the attrition begin? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
Part 1. Definition The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Part 2. Example Sentence: Jack played basketball for an hour after school, after which he was very tired. Question: How long did Jack play basketball? Answer: Yes. Explanation: The answer to this question (an hour) lies in its text. Part 3. Exercise Sentence: Boston Center TMU [Traffic Management Unit], we have a problem here. Question: How often did problems arise? Answer:
No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
fs_opt
The answer will be 'yes' if the provided sentence contains an explicit mention that answers the given question. Otherwise, the answer should be 'no'. Instances where the answer is implied from the sentence using "instinct" or "common sense" (as opposed to being written explicitly in the sentence) should be labeled as 'no'. Input: Consider Input: Sentence: The Albanians first appear in the historical record in Byzantine sources of the late 11th century. Question: For how long did the Byzantines log historical records? Output: No. Input: Consider Input: Sentence: About a third of what we throw out is packaging. Question: Are we still throwing out packaging? Output: Yes. Input: Consider Input: Sentence: In the mean time fate had avenged Law on one of his lesser enemies. Question: What happened after fate intervened?
Output: No.
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task020_mctaco_span_based_question
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