[User]
Which numbered sense of "write" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Why ca not we teach our children to read, <t>write</t> and reckon?

Senses:
1. definition=produce a literary work | examples=She composed a poem
2. definition=communicate or express by writing | examples=Please write to me every week
3. definition=have (one's written work) issued for publication | examples=How many books did Georges Simenon write?
4. definition=communicate (with) in writing | examples=Write her soon, please!
5. definition=communicate by letter | examples=He wrote that he would be coming soon
6. definition=write music | examples=Beethoven composed nine symphonies
7. definition=mark or trace on a surface | examples=The artist wrote Chinese characters on a big piece of white paper
8. definition=record data on a computer | examples=boot-up instructions are written on the hard disk
9. definition=write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) | examples=He spelled the word wrong in this letter
10. definition=create code, write a computer program | examples=She writes code faster than anybody else

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'write' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Why ca not we teach our children to read, <t>write</t> and reckon?

Senses:
1. definition=produce a literary work | examples=She composed a poem
2. definition=communicate or express by writing | examples=Please write to me every week
3. definition=have (one's written work) issued for publication | examples=How many books did Georges Simenon write?
4. definition=communicate (with) in writing | examples=Write her soon, please!
5. definition=communicate by letter | examples=He wrote that he would be coming soon
6. definition=write music | examples=Beethoven composed nine symphonies
7. definition=mark or trace on a surface | examples=The artist wrote Chinese characters on a big piece of white paper
8. definition=record data on a computer | examples=boot-up instructions are written on the hard disk
9. definition=write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) | examples=He spelled the word wrong in this letter
10. definition=create code, write a computer program | examples=She writes code faster than anybody else

We need to determine the sense of "write" as used in "teach our children to read, write and reckon." This refers to the basic skill of writing, i.e., forming letters and words on paper. It's the fundamental skill typically taught alongside reading and arithmetic (reckoning). The sense likely corresponds to the ability to write text, letters, etc. Let's examine the senses:

Sense 7: "mark or trace on a surface" with example "The artist wrote Chinese characters on a big piece of white paper." This seems too specific to artistic tracing, but it's close to the basic act of writing characters? Actually, the basic act of writing as a skill taught to children is usually the ability to form letters and words to communicate. Sense 9: "write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word)" with example "He spelled the word wrong in this letter." That sounds like spelling, but the definition says "write or name the letters", which is spelling aloud or in writing? The word "write" explicitly in sense 9 is about spelling. But in the phrase "read, write and reckon", "write" typically means the general ability to write text. Sense 2: "communicate or express by writing" example "Please write to me every week" seems like writing as communication. Sense 4 and 5 are more specific to letters. Sense 1 is literary production. Sense 3 is publication. Sense 6 is music. Sense 8 is computer data. Sense 10 is programming.

The phrase "read, write and reckon" is an old-fashioned or classic phrase referring to the three R's: reading, writing, and arithmetic. "Write" here means the skill of writing, i.e., the ability to produce written language. That could be sense 7: "mark or trace on a surface" (the physical act of writing) or sense 9: "write or name the letters..." But sense 9 emphasizes spelling (forming the correct sequence of letters). Usually "write" in the three R's means the act of writing text, not just spelling. Sense 2: "communicate or express by writing" is broader, encompassing composition. Sense 7 is about physically making marks. Given the context of teaching children, it's the basic skill of writing letters and words. In many dictionaries, the basic sense is "to form letters or words on a surface." Sense 7 says "mark or trace on a surface", and the example is about an artist writing characters. That seems close, but "mark or trace" might be considered the physical act. Sense 9 says "write or name the letters...", but that is more like "spell". Let's check typical WordNet-like senses. Often the sense for "write" in "read and write" is "communicate or express by writing" or "produce written text". But among these specific numbered senses, I need to pick one. Let's read carefully: "teach our children to read, write and reckon". If they are learning to write, they learn to form letters and words to express ideas. Sense 2 says "communicate or express by writing" with example "Please write to me every week" - that example is about correspondence. Sense 7 is "mark or trace on a surface" - that might be the physical act of forming letters. However, "write" as a basic skill usually includes both forming letters and composing text. I lean towards sense 2 or 7. Let's see if there's a more precise fit.

Often in WordNet, "write" in the context of literacy is defined as: "communicate or express by writing" or "mark letters on a surface". I need to see which numbered sense matches the typical usage. The sentence is likely a quote: "Why can we not teach our children to read, write and reckon?" It might be from something? "Why ca not we" looks like archaic spelling or a typo: "Why can we not..." It's a general statement. "Write" here is intransitive? "Teach our children to read, write, and reckon" - the verbs are used intransitively, denoting abilities. Sense 2 is "communicate or express by writing", which can be intransitive (e.g., "Please write to me..."). Sense 7 is "mark or trace on a surface" (transitive in example: wrote Chinese characters). Sense 9 is "write or name the letters..." usually transitive. Intransitive "write" meaning "to produce written text" is often covered by sense 2 or something like "to write (as a skill)". I'll go with sense 2 because "communicate or express by writing" is the fundamental purpose of teaching writing. But let's double-check: if children learn to write, they learn to express themselves in writing. Sense 2 fits well.

Wait, there's also sense 4: "communicate (with) in writing" and 5: "communicate by letter". Those are more specific to correspondence. Sense 1 is "produce a literary work" (like writing a poem). That's not basic skill. So sense 2 is the most general "communicate or express by writing". I'll select 2.

But I want to be absolutely sure. Sometimes in these tasks, the sense for basic literacy is "form letters on a surface". Let's look at sense 7: "mark or trace on a surface". That is the physical act. However, "write" in "read, write and reckon" typically encompasses both the physical act and the mental act of composing. Dictionaries often list the first sense as "to form letters or words" and a second as "to compose text". Since sense 2 says "communicate or express by writing", that aligns with composition and communication. Sense 7 is more about marking. The sentence is from a context advocating education. "Read, write and reckon" is a set phrase. I think sense 2 is the intended meaning.

Let's check the phrasing: "communicate or express by writing | Please write to me every week". This implies writing letters? "Express by writing" could be broader. "Write to me" is a specific communication. But the definition "communicate or express by writing" is broad enough. I'll go with 2.


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[User]
Which numbered sense of "reckon" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Why ca not we teach our children to read, write and <t>reckon</t>?

Senses:
1. definition=expect, believe, or suppose | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel
2. definition=judge to be probable
3. definition=deem to be | examples=She views this quite differently from me
4. definition=make a mathematical calculation or computation
5. definition=have faith or confidence in | examples=you can count on me to help you any time
6. definition=take account of | examples=You have to reckon with our opponents

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reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'reckon' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "Why ca not we teach our children to read, write and <t>reckon</t>?" (Typo: "ca not" probably "can not" or "cannot").

We need to choose from the given senses (1-6). The sentence is listing three basic skills: reading, writing, and reckoning. "Reckon" here means to calculate, do arithmetic. That's sense 4: "make a mathematical calculation or computation". So the answer is 4.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "know" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It's not that we do not <t>know</t> how to, because we do.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | examples=I know that the President lied to the people
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit
3. definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm
9. definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'know' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "It's not that we do not <t>know</t> how to, because we do."

We need to pick from the given senses. The sentence has "know how to", which strongly suggests sense 2: "know how to do or perform something". Check the example in sense 2: "She knows how to knit". The sentence says "we do not know how to" (with an implied verb omitted, likely from context). That matches sense 2 exactly.

Sense 1 is about knowing a fact. Sense 3 is about belief/truth. Sense 4 is familiarity with a person/object. Sense 5 is firsthand knowledge. Sense 6 is acceptance of authority. Sense 7 is having fixed in the mind (like knowing a language). Sense 8 is sexual. Sense 9 is knowing nature/character. Sense 10 is distinguishing. Sense 11 is perceiving as familiar.

Clearly, sense 2 is correct.

Return just the number.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "want" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It's that we do not <t>want</t> to.

Senses:
1. definition=feel or have a desire for; want strongly | examples=I want to go home now
2. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
3. definition=hunt or look for; want for a particular reason | examples=Your former neighbor is wanted by the FBI
4. definition=wish or demand the presence of | examples=I want you here at noon!
5. definition=be without, lack; be deficient in | examples=want courtesy

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "It's that we do not <t>want</t> to."

And we need to choose which numbered sense of "want" applies. The senses:

1. feel or have a desire for; want strongly | examples=I want to go home now
2. have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
3. hunt or look for; want for a particular reason | examples=Your former neighbor is wanted by the FBI
4. wish or demand the presence of | examples=I want you here at noon!
5. be without, lack; be deficient in | examples=want courtesy

The sentence is "It's that we do not want to." The phrase "want to" is an elliptical form of "want to [do something]". It expresses a desire to do something. So sense 1 is the correct one: "feel or have a desire for; want strongly". The example matches: "I want to go home now". The other senses don't fit. "do not want to" is clearly expressing lack of desire.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "reason" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the <t>reason</t> we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=a rational motive for a belief or action | examples=the reason that war was declared
2. definition=an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon | examples=the reason a steady state was never reached was that the back pressure built up too slowly
3. definition=the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination | examples=we are told that man is endowed with reason and capable of distinguishing good from evil
4. definition=the state of having good sense and sound judgment | examples=his rationality may have been impaired
5. definition=a justification for something existing or happening | examples=he had no cause to complain
6. definition=a fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion | examples=there is reason to believe he is lying

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence with a word "reason" tagged. We need to identify which of the numbered senses applies. The sentence: "And the <t>reason</t> we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs..."

Looking at the senses:
1. rational motive for a belief or action
2. explanation of the cause of some phenomenon
3. capacity for rational thought
4. state of having good sense and sound judgment
5. justification for something existing or happening
6. fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion

In the sentence, "the reason we do not want to is that..." is giving an explanation of the cause or a justification for why we do not want to do something. It's explaining the cause of the phenomenon (not wanting to). It closely matches sense 2: "an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon". The example for sense 2: "the reason a steady state was never reached was that the back pressure built up too slowly" is structurally similar. Sense 5 is "a justification for something existing or happening", example: "he had no cause to complain". Could also be sense 1: "a rational motive for a belief or action". But often "the reason... is that..." is used to explain a cause. Let's check the wording: "the reason we do not want to is that..." This is giving the cause of the state (not wanting to). Sense 2 says "an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon". The phenomenon here is "we do not want to". It fits perfectly. Sense 1 is "rational motive", but it's more about the motive itself. Sense 2 is specifically about explaining the cause. I think 2 is the intended answer. The example for sense 2 uses the exact same structure: "the reason [something] was [that]...". So answer is 2.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "want" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not <t>want</t> to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=feel or have a desire for; want strongly | examples=I want to go home now
2. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
3. definition=hunt or look for; want for a particular reason | examples=Your former neighbor is wanted by the FBI
4. definition=wish or demand the presence of | examples=I want you here at noon!
5. definition=be without, lack; be deficient in | examples=want courtesy

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'want' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "And the reason we do not <t>want</t> to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

We need to match the usage of "want" in "we do not want to" with one of the provided senses.

Senses:
1. feel or have a desire for; want strongly | examples=I want to go home now
2. have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
3. hunt or look for; want for a particular reason | examples=Your former neighbor is wanted by the FBI
4. wish or demand the presence of | examples=I want you here at noon!
5. be without, lack; be deficient in | examples=want courtesy

The sentence: "we do not want to" is an ellipsis of "we do not want to [relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs...]" or "we do not want to [do something]". The phrase "want to" is a common expression of desire. "I want to go home" is the example for sense 1. So the sense is clearly 1: feel or have a desire for; want strongly. The structure "we do not want to" matches "I want to go home now".

No need to consider other senses: "have need of" (sense 2) would be like "This piano wants tuning", which doesn't fit "want to". Sense 3 is about being wanted by police. Sense 4 is demanding presence. Sense 5 is lacking.

Thus the answer is

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "effective" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that <t>effective</t> education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect; -LewisMumford | examples=an air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation
2. definition=able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively; -G.B.Shaw | examples=people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons...
3. definition=works well as a means or remedy | examples=an effective reprimand
4. definition=exerting force or influence | examples=the law is effective immediately
5. definition=existing in fact; not theoretical; real | examples=a decline in the effective demand
6. definition=ready for service | examples=the fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'effective' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that <t>effective</t> education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

We need to match the usage of "effective" in this sentence to one of the provided senses.

Let's analyze the sentence: "effective education" means education that is successful in achieving its goals, producing the intended results. The sentence says we don't want effective education because it would require us to give up beliefs, etc. So "effective" here means producing the intended result.

Now look at the senses:

1. definition=producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect; -LewisMumford | examples=an air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation
   -> This fits: producing an intended result.

2. definition=able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively; -G.B.Shaw | examples=people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons...
   -> This also sounds similar: able to accomplish a purpose. But note the nuance: this is specifically about persons being effective. The example is about "highly effective persons". The definition says "able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively". This could apply to education, but it's more about people.

3. definition=works well as a means or remedy | examples=an effective reprimand
   -> This is about something being effective as a means or remedy, which is similar but maybe more specific to remedies.

4. definition=exerting force or influence | examples=the law is effective immediately
   -> This is about being in effect, operative. Not the sense here.

5. definition=existing in fact; not theoretical; real | examples=a decline in the effective demand
   -> This is about effective in economics, meaning actual. Not the sense here.

6. definition=ready for service | examples=the fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers
   -> Military sense: ready for service. Not the sense here.

The most direct match is sense 1: "producing or capable of producing an intended result". In the sentence, "effective education" means education that produces the intended results (i.e., actually educates). Sense 2 is similar but focused on persons (the definition says "able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively" and the example is about persons). Sense 3 is "works well as a means or remedy". Education is not exactly a remedy, but it could be a means. However, sense 1 is the primary general definition.

Often, in such explicit sense inventories, the general sense of "producing a desired result" is listed first. Sense 2 may be a specific subsense for people. Sense 3 is for remedies/means. Given the sentence, "effective education" refers to education that is successful in achieving its educational goals. That aligns perfectly with "producing or capable of producing an intended result."

Thus, the answer is 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "education" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective <t>education</t> would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | examples=he received no formal education
2. definition=knowledge acquired by learning and instruction | examples=it was clear that he had a very broad education
3. definition=the gradual process of acquiring knowledge | examples=education is a preparation for life
4. definition=the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)
5. definition=the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) | examples=a woman of breeding and refinement
6. definition=the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979

reasoning_content:
We are asked to identify which numbered sense of "education" is used in the given sentence. We need to output only the number.

Sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective <t>education</t> would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

We need to see the definitions:
1. the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
2. knowledge acquired by learning and instruction
3. the gradual process of acquiring knowledge
4. the profession of teaching
5. the result of good upbringing
6. the United States federal department

The sentence is about "effective education" that would require us to relinquish beliefs and violate interests. This refers to the process or activities of educating. It's not knowledge acquired (sense 2), not the gradual process specifically (sense 3 might be close but "effective education" typically means the system or activities of educating). "The activities of educating or instructing" fits best. Sense 1 is "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill". That seems appropriate. Sense 3 is "the gradual process of acquiring knowledge" but the phrase "effective education" often refers to the methods/system. However, sense 1 is explicitly "activities". In context, "effective education" as something we do (or don't want to do) that would require us to change beliefs. So it's the action of educating. I'll go with 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "require" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would <t>require</t> us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
2. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
3. definition=make someone do something
4. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'require' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would <t>require</t> us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

Senses:
1. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
2. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
3. definition=make someone do something
4. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner

Let's analyze the sentence. The phrase is "effective education would require us to relinquish ...". Here, "require" is used to indicate that effective education makes it necessary for us to give up certain beliefs. It's about necessity, something that must happen. Sense 3: "make someone do something" could fit. Sense 4: "have need of" (like "This piano wants attention") also implies necessity. Let's look at the examples: Sense 1: "require as useful, just, or proper" with example "It takes nerve..." – that's a different use. Sense 2: "consider obligatory; request and expect" with example "We require our secretary to be on time" – that's a person requiring something from someone, like a rule. Sense 3: "make someone do something" – no example given, but it's a definition. Sense 4: "have need of" with example "This piano wants the attention..." – that's like "needs". In the sentence, "effective education would require us to relinquish" – it's saying that for effective education to happen, we need to relinquish beliefs. It's like "effective education would make it necessary for us to relinquish". This is close to "make someone do something" (sense 3) or "have need of" (sense 4). But sense 4 is typically used for objects: "This piano wants attention" meaning it needs attention. "Require us to do" is a causative construction: it requires us to do something = it requires that we do something. It's more like "necessitate" or "make necessary". Often, "require" in "X requires Y to Z" means "X makes it necessary for Y to Z". Sense 3: "make someone do something" fits this. Sense 4: "have need of" takes a direct object, e.g., "This requires attention", not "requires us to do". So the correct sense is likely 3.

Let's double-check: Sense 1: "require as useful, just, or proper" – example "It takes nerve..." That's a different verb "take". Sense 2: "consider obligatory; request and expect" – example "We require our secretary to be on time" is about a person imposing an obligation. The subject is a person. In the sentence, the subject is "effective education", not a person. So it's not sense 2. Sense 3: "make someone do something" – subject can be a thing that forces a person to do something. Sense 4: "have need of" – "This piano wants attention" is a different verb "want" meaning "need". The definition "have need of" for "require" is like "I require a pen" (need). In the sentence, it's "require us to relinquish", not "require beliefs". It's a structure with an infinitive. "Require someone to do something" is usually defined as "to officially demand that someone does something" or "to make it necessary for someone to do something". Since it's not a person demanding, it's the situation making it necessary, sense 3 seems best.

Thus, the answer is 3.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "relinquish" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to <t>relinquish</t> some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=part with a possession or right | examples=I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest
2. definition=do without or cease to hold or adhere to | examples=We are dispensing with formalities
3. definition=turn away from; give up | examples=I am foreswearing women forever
4. definition=release, as from one's grip | examples=Let go of the door handle, please!

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to <t>relinquish</t> some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

We need to choose which numbered sense (1-4) matches the usage of "relinquish" in the sentence.

Let's examine the senses:

1. part with a possession or right (example: relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest)
2. do without or cease to hold or adhere to (example: dispensing with formalities)
3. turn away from; give up (example: foreswearing women forever)
4. release, as from one's grip (example: let go of the door handle)

In the sentence, "relinquish" refers to giving up "some cherished metaphysical beliefs." This is about ceasing to hold or adhere to beliefs. Sense 2 says "do without or cease to hold or adhere to" and gives the example "dispensing with formalities." Sense 3 says "turn away from; give up" with an example "foreswearing women forever." "Foreswear" (or forswear) means to renounce or give up something, often under oath, but it can also mean to give up. However, sense 2 is explicitly "cease to hold or adhere to" which fits beliefs perfectly. Sense 3 is "turn away from; give up" which might also fit, but let's compare: "relinquish beliefs" means stop holding those beliefs. Sense 1 implies transferring a possession or right to someone else. Sense 4 is physical release. So the best match is sense 2.

Thus the correct number is 2.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "belief" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical <t>beliefs</t> about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=any cognitive content held as true
2. definition=a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'belief' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

The sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical <t>beliefs</t> about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

Senses:
1. any cognitive content held as true
2. a vague idea in which some confidence is placed (example: his impression of her was favorable)

We need to choose which sense fits "beliefs" here. The context is "cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature..." Metaphysical beliefs are not vague ideas; they are convictions or tenets held as true. So sense 1 is the correct one.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "young" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of <t>young</t> people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth | examples=young people
2. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
3. definition=suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh | examples=he is young for his age
4. definition=being in its early stage | examples=a young industry
5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'young' ... is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of <t>young</t> people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

We have 5 senses:

1. definition=(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth | examples=young people
2. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
3. definition=suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh | examples=he is young for his age
4. definition=being in its early stage | examples=a young industry
5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers  (wait, the example given is "unseasoned artillery volunteers"? Actually the text says: "5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers" but wait, in the prompt it says: "5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers"? Let me check: The prompt says "5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers"? Actually it says "unseasoned artillery volunteers"? No, the prompt: "5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers"? I see: "unseasoned artillery volunteers"? Wait, the prompt has: "5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers"? Actually the prompt text: "... 5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers"? I need to look exactly: the user wrote:
"5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers"
But maybe it's a typo for "unseasoned artillery volunteers"? Anyway.)

The phrase is "young people". The sense 1 explicitly says "examples=young people". Also definition: "(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth". That matches perfectly. So answer is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "people" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young <t>people</t> in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. definition=the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'people' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young <t>people</t> in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

Senses:
1. (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

We need to find which sense applies to "young people". The word "people" here refers to human beings in the age group "young". It's a plural of person, meaning human beings collectively. That matches sense 1: any group of human beings collectively. Sense 2 is about citizens of a country, sense 3 about family, sense 4 about common people vs elite. So the answer is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "violate" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to <t>violate</t> some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns | examples=This sentence violates the rules of syntax
2. definition=act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises | examples=offend all laws of humanity
3. definition=destroy | examples=Don't violate my garden
4. definition=violate the sacred character of a place or language | examples=desecrate a cemetery
5. definition=force (someone) to have sex against their will | examples=The woman was raped on her way home at night
6. definition=destroy and strip of its possession | examples=The soldiers raped the beautiful country

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'violate' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

The sentence: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to <t>violate</t> some cherished vested interests."

We need to match the usage of "violate" here to the given senses.

Let's analyze: "violate some cherished vested interests." Vested interests are like personal stakes, advantages, or rights. To violate them means to act against them, to disregard them, to infringe upon them. It doesn't mean fail to agree with patterns (1), destroy (3) literally, desecrate (4), rape (5), or destroy and strip possessions (6). The closest is sense 2: "act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises". Vested interests aren't exactly laws, but the sense of "act in disregard of" fits better than the others. Sense 1 is more about violating rules or patterns (like syntax). Sense 2 is broader: "act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises". The example given is "offend all laws of humanity", but it can apply to interests as well. In some dictionaries, "violate" can mean to encroach upon or infringe upon rights, interests, etc. It's not a perfect match, but among the options, 2 is the only one that captures the "disregard/infringe" meaning. Let's double-check: is there any other? Sense 1 says "fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns". That might also be considered, but "vested interests" are not rules or patterns. They are things like rights or claims. "Violate" in this context means to infringe upon or disrupt them. That aligns with sense 2: act in disregard of (laws, rules, contracts, or promises). The example says "offend all laws of humanity", but the definition says "act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises". Vested interests could be seen as a type of contract or promise? Or it's just the closest. I'll pick 2.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "belief" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These <t>beliefs</t> so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=any cognitive content held as true
2. definition=a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'belief' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: These <t>beliefs</t> so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=any cognitive content held as true
2. definition=a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable

We need to choose between sense 1 and sense 2. The sentence speaks of "beliefs" that dominate institutions and people, and it seems blasphemous to challenge them. These are not vague ideas; they are strongly held convictions or accepted truths. Sense 1, "any cognitive content held as true," fits better because these beliefs are presented as dominant and almost sacred. Sense 2 emphasizes "a vague idea" with some confidence, which doesn't match the context where they are deeply entrenched.

Thus, answer: 1.

provider: Novita


[User]
Which numbered sense of "so" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs <t>so</t> dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=to a very great extent or degree | examples=the idea is so obvious
2. definition=in a manner that facilitates | examples=he observed the snakes so he could describe their behavior
3. definition=in such a condition or manner, especially as expressed or implied | examples=They're happy and I hope they will remain so
4. definition=to a certain unspecified extent or degree | examples=I can only go so far with this student
5. definition=in the same way; also | examples=I was offended and so was he
6. definition=in the way indicated; ; ; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant) | examples=hold the brush so
7. definition=(usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed | examples=he was so tired he could hardly stand
8. definition=subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | examples=then he left
9. definition=(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result | examples=therefore X must be true
10. definition=in truth (often tends to intensify) | examples=they said the car would break down and indeed it did

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which sense of "so" is used in the sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

The word "so" is tagged with <t> and </t>. The structure: "so [verb] ... that ..." This is a pattern where "so" modifies a verb (or adjective/adverb) and is followed by a "that" clause indicating result. Looking at the given senses:

1. to a very great extent or degree (example: the idea is so obvious) – this is often used before adjectives/adverbs, e.g., "so obvious". But it can also be used with verbs? "I so want to go" is informal. "So" before a verb meaning "to such a great extent" is possible but often considered informal. However, the structure "so ... that" is a common result clause. Let's check other senses.

7. (usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed | example: he was so tired he could hardly stand. This is explicitly "so ... that". The definition says "to an extent or degree as expressed", and is usually followed by 'that'. In the sentence, we have "so dominate ... that it seems almost blasphemous..." This perfectly matches sense 7: "so (dominate) that...". Sense 1 is "to a very great extent or degree" without necessarily the "that" clause, but its example is "the idea is so obvious" (which might be an independent clause, no that). Sense 7 specifically includes the "that" clause. Both could be argued, but sense 7 is more precise because it says "usually followed by 'that' to an extent or degree as expressed". The sentence has "so dominate ... that ...", so it's exactly "so...that". Thus sense 7 is the intended match.

Check other senses to be certain:
2. in a manner that facilitates (example: he observed the snakes so he could describe their behavior) – purpose, not matching.
3. in such a condition or manner – e.g., "remain so", not matching.
4. to a certain unspecified extent or degree – "so far", not matching.
5. in the same way; also – "so was he", not matching.
6. in the way indicated – "hold the brush so", not matching.
8. subsequently or soon afterward – "then he left", not matching.
9. therefore – not matching.
10. in truth – "indeed it did", not matching.

Thus, the correct sense is 7.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "educational" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our <t>educational</t> establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'educational' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our <t>educational</t> establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses:
1. definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

We need to determine if "educational establishment" means "establishment relating to the process of education" or "establishment that provides knowledge". "Educational establishment" typically refers to institutions involved in education (schools, universities, etc.), so it's sense 1: relating to the process of education. Sense 2 would be like "an educational film" which is intended to teach something. Here, "educational establishment" is about the system of education. So answer is 1.

provider: SiliconFlow


[User]
Which numbered sense of "establishment" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational <t>establishment</t>, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of forming or establishing something | examples=the constitution of a PTA group last year
2. definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
3. definition=the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something | examples=he claims that the present administration is corrupt
4. definition=a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence
5. definition=any large organization
6. definition=(ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat
7. definition=the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'establishment' is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational <t>establishment</t>, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses provided:
1. the act of forming or establishing something | examples=the constitution of a PTA group last year
2. an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
3. the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something | examples=he claims that the present administration is corrupt
4. a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence
5. any large organization
6. (ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat
7. the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof

We need to determine which sense fits "educational establishment". "Establishment" here refers to the institution/system of education, often implying the people and organizations that control it. Looking at the senses:
- Sense 1: act of forming (no)
- Sense 2: an organization founded for a specific purpose (could fit "educational establishment" meaning the system or institutions of education, but maybe too general)
- Sense 3: the persons who make up a body for administering something. This fits "the educational establishment" as the people/administrators/institutions that run education. It often carries a connotation of an entrenched group of people in power. The phrase "the establishment" frequently refers to the ruling elite or institutional authorities. Definition 3 exactly captures "the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something". It even gives an example about administration.
- Sense 4: a structure including buildings and equipment (no, it's not just the physical buildings)
- Sense 5: any large organization (somewhat plausible but less precise than 3)
- Sense 6: ecology (no)
- Sense 7: cognitive process (no)

In many dictionaries, "the establishment" meaning the established order or the ruling class/administrative body falls under sense 3. Sense 3 says "the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something" – "educational establishment" fits this perfectly: the people and committees that administer education. Another common sense of "establishment" is "the establishment" meaning the institutions and people in power. Therefore, sense 3.

Let's double-check: Sense 3 explicitly mentions "educational"? Sense 4 mentions "educational" in its definition: "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment..." but the sentence says "our educational establishment, our media, our politicians..." Here "establishment" is used in the sense of the controlling institutions/people. If it were just physical structure, "media" and "politicians" don't parallel as well. "Media" is an institution/industry, "politicians" are people. "Educational establishment" here means the institutionalized educational system/administration. So sense 3: persons/committees/departments that make up a body for administering. Yes.

Thus, the answer is 3.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "politician" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our <t>politicians</t>, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=a leader engaged in civil administration
2. definition=a person active in party politics
3. definition=a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'politician' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our <t>politicians</t>, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses:
1. definition=a leader engaged in civil administration
2. definition=a person active in party politics
3. definition=a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways

We need to choose the sense that best fits the usage in the sentence. The sentence lists "our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents". It's talking about groups/institutions that shape or hold dominant beliefs. "Politicians" here likely refers to people involved in government or political activities in a general sense, not specifically "party politics" (sense 2) or "schemer" (sense 3). Sense 1 is "a leader engaged in civil administration". That is a bit narrow. Sense 2 is "a person active in party politics". In many contexts, "politicians" in such a list refers to elected officials, people in government. Is "leader engaged in civil administration" more specific? In standard dictionary senses, "politician" often has a neutral sense: a person experienced in politics, especially a person holding or seeking an elected office. Sense 2 says "a person active in party politics". That also fits. The sentence is criticizing an establishment. Often "politicians" in this context refers to elected officials in general. Let's see: "leader engaged in civil administration" could be a bureaucrat. "Politician" usually refers to elected officials or people running for office, i.e., active in party politics. But the sentence is about beliefs dominating our politicians. I think sense 2 is the most common neutral definition. The sentence does not imply scheming (sense 3). So between 1 and 2, "person active in party politics" is more standard. However, some dictionaries might define politician as "one who is actively involved in politics, especially as a holder of or candidate for an elected office". "Party politics" could be a subset. But given the options, 2 seems most appropriate because "politicians" are typically active in party politics in modern democracies. Sense 1 sounds like an administrator. The sentence says "our politicians", which is a common term for elected officials. I'll go with 2.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "even" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and <t>even</t> our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that
2. definition=in spite of; notwithstanding | examples=even when he is sick, he works
3. definition=to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | examples=looked sick and felt even worse
4. definition=to the full extent | examples=loyal even unto death

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'even' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and <t>even</t> our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses:
1. definition=used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that
2. definition=in spite of; notwithstanding | examples=even when he is sick, he works
3. definition=to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | examples=looked sick and felt even worse
4. definition=to the full extent | examples=loyal even unto death

We need to identify which sense matches the usage of "even" in the sentence. The sentence includes "and even our parents". It's used to emphasize that the beliefs dominate not just the expected groups (educational establishment, media, politicians) but also an unexpected or extreme group (our parents). This fits the intensive use indicating something unexpected. So sense 1: "used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected". The example "even an idiot knows that" matches this usage: "even our parents" is similar to "even an idiot" in terms of intensifying and indicating something unexpected or surprising.

Sense 2 is "in spite of; notwithstanding" with example "even when he is sick, he works". That's a concessive use, not applicable here. Sense 3 is comparative: "even worse". Not applicable. Sense 4 is "to the full extent": "loyal even unto death". Not applicable.

Hence, the answer is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "parent" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our <t>parents</t> that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'parent' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our <t>parents</t> that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses:

1. a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

Clearly, in the sentence, "parents" refers to human fathers and mothers, not to organisms from which younger ones are obtained. So sense 1 is the correct one.

Return only the number: 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "seem" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it <t>seems</t> almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
2. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | examples=It seems that he is very gifted
3. definition=appear to exist | examples=There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now
4. definition=appear to one's own mind or opinion | examples=I seem to be misunderstood by everyone

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'seem' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it <t>seems</t> almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses:
1. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect (She seems to be sleeping)
2. seem to be true, probable, or apparent (It seems that he is very gifted)
3. appear to exist (There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now)
4. appear to one's own mind or opinion (I seem to be misunderstood by everyone)

We need to identify which sense matches the usage in the sentence. The sentence says: "it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them." Here "it" is a dummy subject, "seems" is followed by an adjective phrase "almost blasphemous", and an infinitive clause "to challenge them". This construction is "It seems [adjective] to [verb]". This is similar to sense 2: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent" with example "It seems that he is very gifted." But note that sense 2's example uses a that-clause, while here we have an adjective + infinitive. However, the meaning is "It appears to be true or apparent that challenging them is almost blasphemous." The sense is about appearing to be true or apparent. Sense 1 is more about outward appearance of a person/thing. Sense 3 is about existence ("there seems..."). Sense 4 is about one's own mind/opinion with a personal subject ("I seem"). In our sentence, it's an impersonal "it seems" expressing that something appears to be the case. That matches sense 2.

Therefore, the answer is


[User]
Which numbered sense of "blasphemous" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost <t>blasphemous</t> to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred | examples=blasphemous rites of a witches' Sabbath
2. definition=characterized by profanity or cursing | examples=foul-mouthed and blasphemous

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'blasphemous' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost <t>blasphemous</t> to challenge them."

Senses:
1. definition=grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred | examples=blasphemous rites of a witches' Sabbath
2. definition=characterized by profanity or cursing | examples=foul-mouthed and blasphemous

We need to determine which sense fits. The sentence speaks of "beliefs" that dominate institutions, and challenging them seems almost blasphemous. The word "blasphemous" here means irreverent toward something held sacred, in this case the beliefs themselves are treated as sacred. It's not about profanity or cursing. So sense 1 is the correct one.

Thus, answer: 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "challenge" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to <t>challenge</t> them.

Senses:
1. definition=take exception to | examples=She challenged his claims
2. definition=issue a challenge to | examples=Fischer challenged Spassky to a match
3. definition=ask for identification | examples=The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard
4. definition=raise a formal objection in a court of law

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'challenge' ... is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to <t>challenge</t> them."

Senses:
1. take exception to (She challenged his claims)
2. issue a challenge to (Fischer challenged Spassky to a match)
3. ask for identification (The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard)
4. raise a formal objection in a court of law

The sentence says "to challenge them" where "them" refers to "these beliefs". It means to question or dispute these beliefs, to express disagreement or doubt. That matches sense 1: "take exception to" (dispute, object to). Example: "She challenged his claims." This fits perfectly. Sense 2 is about issuing a duel or competition challenge. Sense 3 is about demanding ID. Sense 4 is a legal objection. So the correct sense is 1.

I'll return "1".

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "here" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: <t>Here</t> is an example.

Senses:
1. definition=in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is | examples=I work here
2. definition=in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail | examples=what do we have here?
3. definition=to this place (especially toward the speaker) | examples=come here, please
4. definition=at this time; now | examples=we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "Here is an example." and we need to select which numbered sense of "here" applies. The senses are:

1. in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is | examples: I work here
2. in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail | examples: what do we have here?
3. to this place (especially toward the speaker) | examples: come here, please
4. at this time; now | examples: we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon

In the sentence "Here is an example," "here" is used to present or introduce something. It's a common usage like "Here is the book you asked for." This is often categorized under sense 2: "in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail." Or it could be a sense like "used when giving something to someone or pointing something out." But among the given definitions, sense 2 seems most fitting: "what do we have here?" is similar to "Here is an example," where "here" is used to indicate that something is being presented in the current context. It's not literally a physical place (sense 1), not movement to a place (sense 3), and not a time (sense 4). So answer should be 2.


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Which numbered sense of "example" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Here is an <t>example</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an item of information that is typical of a class or group | examples=this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome
2. definition=a representative form or pattern | examples=I profited from his example
3. definition=something to be imitated | examples=an exemplar of success
4. definition=punishment intended as a warning to others | examples=they decided to make an example of him
5. definition=an occurrence of something | examples=it was a case of bad judgment
6. definition=a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding | examples=you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Here is an example." Which sense of "example" (marked with <t></t>) is used? Return only the number of the correct sense.

We have 6 senses. The sentence is "Here is an example." Without additional context, it's ambiguous. However, we might need to infer the most generic sense. Typically, "example" in a standalone sentence like that means "an item of information that is typical of a class or group" (sense 1) or "something to be imitated" (sense 3)? But let's think: if someone says "Here is an example," they are usually presenting a sample or instance of something. Sense 1 is "an item of information that is typical of a class or group". That seems the most common, general meaning. Sense 2: "a representative form or pattern" - example: "I profited from his example." Sense 3: "something to be imitated" - exemplar of success. Sense 4: punishment as warning. Sense 5: occurrence (as in "case of bad judgment"). Sense 6: task performed to develop skill.

In isolation, "Here is an example" is likely sense 1. If someone says "Here is an example" they might be showing something typical. But it could also be sense 3 if they are showing a model to imitate. Without further context, sense 1 is the most basic and common definition. Many dictionaries list the primary sense as "a thing characteristic of its kind or illustrating a general rule." I'll go with 1.


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Which numbered sense of "ask" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to <t>ask</t> a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=inquire about | examples=I asked about their special today
2. definition=make a request or demand for something to somebody | examples=She asked him for a loan
3. definition=direct or put; seek an answer to | examples=ask a question
4. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
5. definition=address a question to and expect an answer from | examples=Ask your teacher about trigonometry
6. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
7. definition=require or ask for as a price or condition | examples=He is asking $200 for the table

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'ask' is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: If I were to <t>ask</t> a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

The word is "ask" in the context: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish...' ".

Let's look at the senses provided:
1. inquire about (e.g., I asked about their special today)
2. make a request or demand for something to somebody (e.g., She asked him for a loan)
3. direct or put; seek an answer to (e.g., ask a question)
4. consider obligatory; request and expect (e.g., We require our secretary to be on time)
5. address a question to and expect an answer from (e.g., Ask your teacher about trigonometry)
6. require as useful, just, or proper (e.g., It takes nerve to do what she did)
7. require or ask for as a price or condition (e.g., He is asking $200 for the table)

In the sentence, "ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish...'", the verb "ask" is used with a direct object (a sample of American parents) and a direct quote/question. It means to pose a question to someone and expect an answer. This matches sense 5: "address a question to and expect an answer from". The example given for sense 5 is "Ask your teacher about trigonometry", which is similar: address a question to someone. Sense 3 is "direct or put; seek an answer to", example "ask a question". Sense 3 focuses on the question itself (ask a question), while sense 5 focuses on the person being asked (address a question to someone). In the sentence, it's "ask a sample of American parents", so the object is the people being asked. So sense 5 is the best fit.

Let's verify: Do any other senses fit? Sense 1: inquire about. (ask about something) Not exactly, because it's a quoted question addressed to people. Sense 2: request something. No. Sense 3: ask a question. The object is the parents, not a question. It's "ask [someone] [a question]". Sense 5 is specifically "address a question to and expect an answer from". Yes. Sense 5 is correct.

Thus answer is 5.


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Which numbered sense of "sample" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a <t>sample</t> of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a small part of something intended as representative of the whole
2. definition=items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population
3. definition=all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'sample' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "If I were to ask a <t>sample</t> of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. ""

Senses:
1. definition=a small part of something intended as representative of the whole
2. definition=items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population
3. definition=all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class

We need to determine which sense fits. The sentence says: "ask a sample of American parents". Here, "sample" refers to a group of American parents selected to represent the larger population of American parents. It's used in the context of a survey or poll. Sense 1: "a small part of something intended as representative of the whole" fits well. Sense 2: "items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population" is more statistical and specific about random selection and hypothesis testing. The sentence doesn't specify random selection, just a representative group. However, in casual use, "sample" in surveys often means a representative subset. Sense 1 is broader. Sense 3 is about physical objects collected as examples (like rock samples). So sense 1 is most appropriate.

Thus, the answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "american" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of <t>American</t> parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture | examples=American citizens
2. definition=of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas | examples=the American hemisphere

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'american' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of <t>American</t> parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. ""

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture | examples=American citizens
2. definition=of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas | examples=the American hemisphere

The context: "American parents". The sentence does not specify any other context, but typically in such usage, "American" refers to the United States, especially when talking about elementary schools and parents in a cultural context. "American parents" here likely means parents from the United States. Sense 1 is about the United States. Sense 2 is about the continents of the Americas. Without further context, it's sense 1.

Answer: 1


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Which numbered sense of "parent" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American <t>parents</t>, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'parent' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of American <t>parents</t>, 'Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children?' the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'"

Senses:
1. definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

We need to determine which sense applies to "parents" in the sentence. The sentence is asking American parents about their children. "Parents" here clearly refers to human fathers and mothers. Sense 1 fits this: "a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian". Sense 2 is about plants or animals from which younger ones are obtained. So the answer is 1.

Return only the number: 1.


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Which numbered sense of "encourage" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to <t>encourage</t> creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=contribute to the progress or growth of | examples=I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
2. definition=inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. definition=spur on | examples=His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish the elementary schools to <t>encourage</t> creativity in your children?' the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'"

We have three senses for "encourage":

1. contribute to the progress or growth of | example: I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
2. inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. spur on | example: His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

We need to determine which sense fits the usage in the sentence. The sentence is about schools encouraging creativity in children. That means schools are promoting or fostering creativity. It's about contributing to the progress or growth of creativity. Sense 1: "contribute to the progress or growth of" matches this. Sense 2 is about giving hope or courage to a person, not creativity. Sense 3 is "spur on", which is to motivate someone to do something, often with a specific outcome. In the sentence, it's not about spurring on creativity (like a person being spurred on), but about fostering it. So sense 1 is correct.

Answer: 1


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Which numbered sense of "child" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your <t>children</t>? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a young person of either sex | examples=she writes books for children
2. definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | examples=they had three children
3. definition=an immature childish person | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived
4. definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'child' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your <t>children</t>?' the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'"

Senses:
1. definition=a young person of either sex | examples=she writes books for children
2. definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | examples=they had three children
3. definition=an immature childish person | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived
4. definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

The sentence uses "children" referring to the offspring of American parents, specifically in the context of elementary schools. Elementary school children are young, but the word "children" here is used to refer to one's sons and daughters. The parents are asked about their "children". Because they are in elementary school, they are young, but the primary relationship is offspring. Sense 1 defines a young person, sense 2 defines a human offspring of any age. In this context, "your children" means your sons/daughters. Even though they are young, the sense that fits the phrase "your children" is sense 2: a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age. Sense 1 is more about "children" as young people in general, not necessarily in relation to parents. For example, "she writes books for children" uses sense 1. "They had three children" uses sense 2. The sentence says "your children", indicating the offspring relationship. So sense 2 is correct.

Let's double-check: "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children?" This is addressed to parents, so "your children" means your sons and daughters. The fact that they attend elementary school implies they are young, but the defining characteristic of the word in this context is the familial relationship. The phrase "your children" directly maps to offspring. So sense 2.


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Which numbered sense of "answer" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous <t>answer</t> would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation | examples=I waited several days for his answer
2. definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution
3. definition=the speech act of replying to a question
4. definition=the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty' or `not guilty' (or nolo contendere); in civil law it must contain denials of all allegations in the plaintiff's complaint that the defendant hopes to controvert and it can contain affirmative defenses or counterclaims
5. definition=a nonverbal reaction | examples=his answer to any problem was to get drunk

reasoning_content:
We are asked to identify which sense of "answer" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children?' the near-unanimous <t>answer</t> would be, 'Yes, of course.'"

We need to match the usage to one of the numbered senses.

Let's analyze the sentence: someone asks a question, and the answer is "Yes, of course." This answer is a verbal reply. The focus is on the reply to a question.

Now look at the senses:
1. a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation. Example: I waited several days for his answer.
2. a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem. (solution)
3. the speech act of replying to a question.
4. legal pleading.
5. a nonverbal reaction. Example: his answer to any problem was to get drunk.

The sentence has an explicit question: "Do you wish..." and the answer is "Yes, of course." That is a reply to a question. Both senses 1 and 3 relate to replying to a question. Sense 1 defines it as a statement made to reply. Sense 3 defines it as the speech act of replying. The difference: sense 1 is the content (the statement), sense 3 is the act. In the sentence, "the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'" Here, "answer" refers to the statement they would give. It's what they would say. It is a statement that replies to the question. The phrase "the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course'" uses "answer" to mean the reply statement. Typically, in such contexts, it's the content of the reply (sense 1). Sense 3 is more abstract, the act of replying. You wouldn't say "the near-unanimous speech act of replying would be". So sense 1 fits better. Also, the example in sense 1 uses "his answer" as a statement. Let's check: "the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'" This directly presents the answer as a statement. So sense 1 is the correct match.

Sense 1: "a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question..."
The answer "Yes, of course" is a statement replying to the question.

Thus, the number is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "mean" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: But what do we <t>mean</t>, specifically, by "creativity "?

Senses:
1. definition=mean or intend to express or convey | examples=You never understand what I mean!
2. definition=have as a logical consequence | examples=The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers
3. definition=denote or connote | examples=`maison' means `house' in French
4. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
5. definition=have a specified degree of importance | examples=My ex-husband means nothing to me
6. definition=intend to refer to | examples=I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France
7. definition=destine or designate for a certain purpose | examples=These flowers were meant for you

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'mean' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "But what do we <t>mean</t>, specifically, by 'creativity'?"

We have senses 1-7. We need to identify which sense corresponds to the usage in the sentence.

The sentence asks: "But what do we mean, specifically, by 'creativity'?" This is an inquiry about the definition or intended sense of the word "creativity". It's asking what we intend to express or convey by that term, or what the word denotes. Let's examine the senses:

1. definition=mean or intend to express or convey | examples=You never understand what I mean!
2. definition=have as a logical consequence | examples=The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers
3. definition=denote or connote | examples=`maison' means `house' in French
4. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
5. definition=have a specified degree of importance | examples=My ex-husband means nothing to me
6. definition=intend to refer to | examples=I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France
7. definition=destine or designate for a certain purpose | examples=These flowers were meant for you

The sentence is asking for the specific meaning or definition of the word "creativity". So it's about the sense or denotation of a word. Sense 1 is "mean or intend to express or convey". Sense 3 is "denote or connote", with example "`maison' means `house' in French". Sense 6 is "intend to refer to", with example "I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France".

In the sentence, "what do we mean by 'creativity'?" is asking what we intend to convey or what the word denotes. In dictionaries, "mean" when asking for a definition is often sense 3: denote or connote. For example, "What does 'creativity' mean?" is the typical dictionary sense. Sense 3 explicitly says "denote or connote" and gives a word-meaning example. Sense 1 says "mean or intend to express or convey" which is more about the speaker's intention: "You never understand what I mean!" That's about what the speaker intends to communicate, which can be broader than word definitions. Sense 6 is "intend to refer to", example "I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France", which is about reference. The sentence is specifically "what do we mean by 'creativity'?" which is asking for the definition of the term. That aligns most closely with sense 3: denote or connote. The question "What does X mean?" is the classic example of sense 3.

Let's double-check: sense 1 example: "You never understand what I mean!" meaning the intended message. Sense 3 example: "`maison' means `house' in French" meaning the denotation. The sentence says "what do we mean, specifically, by 'creativity'?" This is asking for the specific denotation or connotation of the word. It's akin to "What does 'creativity' mean?" So sense 3.

Thus the answer is 3.


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Which numbered sense of "one" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: No <t>one</t> can say.

Senses:
1. definition=the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number | examples=he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it
2. definition=a single person or thing | examples=he is the best one

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'one' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: No <t>one</t> can say.

Senses:
1. definition=the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number | examples=he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it
2. definition=a single person or thing | examples=he is the best one

We need to select the sense. In "No one can say", "one" is a pronoun meaning "any person", i.e., "no person". Sense 2: "a single person or thing" matches this use. Sense 1 is about the number 1. So the answer is 2.

Return only the number: 2


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Which numbered sense of "equate" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: In practice, it ends up being <t>equated</t> with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "

Senses:
1. definition=consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous | examples=We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans
2. definition=be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics
3. definition=make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching | examples=let's equalize the duties among all employees in this office

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence and a list of senses for "equate", marked with <t>. The sentence uses "equated" (past participle). We need to choose which numbered sense fits best.

Sentence: "In practice, it ends up being equated with a 'self-expression' that encourages the youngsters' 'self-esteem.'"

We have three senses:
1. consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous (example: We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans)
2. be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics
3. make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching (example: let's equalize the duties among all employees)

In the sentence, something is "equated with" something else. "It" is equated with a "self-expression" that encourages self-esteem. This suggests that in practice, "it" (whatever the context is) is treated as being the same thing, or considered equivalent to, a form of self-expression. That matches sense 1: consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous. Sense 2 is mathematical, not applicable. Sense 3 is about making things equal (like equalizing duties), which is more about adjusting quantities or conditions to be uniform, not about conceptual equivalence. So sense 1 is correct.

Answer: 1


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Which numbered sense of "encourage" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that <t>encourages</t> the youngsters' "self-esteem. "

Senses:
1. definition=contribute to the progress or growth of | examples=I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
2. definition=inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. definition=spur on | examples=His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'encourage' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "In practice, it ends up being equated with a 'self-expression' that <t>encourages</t> the youngsters' 'self-esteem.' "

Senses:
1. definition=contribute to the progress or growth of | examples=I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
2. definition=inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. definition=spur on | examples=His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

We need to map "encourages" in the sentence to one of these definitions. The sentence says: "a 'self-expression' that encourages the youngsters' 'self-esteem'." Encourages here means it promotes or contributes to the growth of self-esteem. Sense 1: "contribute to the progress or growth of". That fits. Sense 2: "inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to" - self-expression encouraging self-esteem is similar but self-esteem itself is a state of confidence, so "encourages self-esteem" could mean it fosters or promotes self-esteem. However, sense 2 is about giving courage to a person, not to an abstract quality like "self-esteem". You encourage a person, not their self-esteem. You can encourage self-esteem meaning to promote it. So sense 1 is the best match: contribute to the progress or growth of. The example for sense 1: "I am promoting the use of computers" - similar transitive use with an abstract object. Sense 3 is "spur on" like motivate someone to do something, with example "His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife." That's encouraging a person to take action. So the answer is sense 1.