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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We <t>know</t> that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | synonyms=cognize, cognise | examples=I know that the President lied to the people; I want to know who is winning the game!
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit; Does your husband know how to cook?
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; Galileo knew that the earth moves around the sun
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer; Do you know my sister?
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | synonyms=experience, live | examples=I know the feeling!; have you ever known hunger?
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | synonyms=acknowledge, recognize, recognise | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne; We do not recognize your gods
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin; This student knows her irregular verbs
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | synonyms=sleep together, roll in the hay, love, make out, make love, sleep with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm; Adam knew Eve
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:
**Deconstructing the Implication of "Know" in Educational Research**

Okay, so the text starts with "We know that very early exposure to schooling..." and immediately my mind jumps to deconstructing that "know." It's so crucial to understanding the strength of the claim. "Know" could be a straightforward statement of awareness of a fact, like when I "know" the President lied, which is more akin to Sense 1 in the dictionary. Or, it could imply a deeper conviction, a certainty, like when Galileo "knew" the Earth revolved around the sun. That's more like Sense 3, which implies belief and truth.

In this context of early schooling, it seems the author is presenting a piece of scientific or sociological knowledge. So, the more common usage – Sense 1 – that's being aware of a fact or possessing knowledge of information seems to be the best fit, which is that we are aware of a fact and possess the knowledge about it. I have to make sure to be explicit about it though, that it's important to differentiate between merely being aware of something versus being certain of something.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that <t>very</t> early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | synonyms=really, real, rattling | examples=she was very gifted; he played very well
2. definition=precisely so | examples=on the very next page; he expected the very opposite

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reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Adverb "Very" in Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase: "very early exposure to schooling." My initial focus is on that little word "very." I know this language, and I'm immediately thinking about its function here. It's clearly modifying, or intensifying, the adjective "early." It's not a subtle modifier, but rather a strong one.

Now, I'm recalling the different senses of "very." We've got sense one, the intensifier – like using "really" as a synonym. Think "she was *very* gifted" or "he played *very* well." That's the primary function I see here. It's about degree, the extent of the "early" exposure.

Then, there's a second sense of "very," which suggests something precise or the exact thing. We get that in examples like "on the *very* next page" or "he expected the *very* opposite." Here, the word 'very' has a meaning more akin to 'precisely' or 'exactly.' This second definition, however, doesn't quite fit the context. The phrase "very early" isn't about pinpointing a specific date or period; instead, it's about emphasising the *degree* of earliness.

So, when I break it down, "very early" leans heavily into that first sense, the intensifier. It implies "really early," which aligns perfectly with the intensifying role of "very" in that first definition. It's a straightforward application of the intensifier.

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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very <t>early</t> exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time | examples=early morning; an early warning
2. definition=being or occurring at an early stage of development | examples=in an early stage; early forms of life
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | synonyms=former, other | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe; former generations
4. definition=very young | examples=at an early age
5. definition=of an early stage in the development of a language or literature | examples=the Early Hebrew alphabetical script is that used mainly from the 11th to the 6th centuries B.C.; Early Modern English is represented in documents printed from 1476 to 1700
6. definition=expected in the near future | examples=look for an early end to the negotiations

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuance of "Early" in Educational Context**

Okay, so I'm dissecting this phrase, "very early exposure to schooling," specifically focusing on the word "early." My initial thought is that it's straightforward, referring to the child's young age, pre-kindergarten years. But, as I dig deeper, I need to be more precise. Let's look at the dictionary definitions.

*   "At or near the beginning..." - Hmmm, could be...
*   "Early stage of development..." - Potentially...
*   "Very young..." - Yep, seems like the most obvious fit initially.

So, "early exposure" means exposure at a young age, essentially. But, "early" is modifying "exposure," which also implies something happening *early in life.* Could it be a mix of senses? Perhaps Sense 1: early in life/the course of events or Sense 4: very young. "Early" could be describing the person or things pertaining to the person. Let's see what the examples show.

WordNet also defines "early" as "very young (e.g., at an early age)." So the very act of "early exposure" is happening to a very young person. Does "early" act as "very young" in "very early exposure"? Or does "early" also pertain to a broader timeline?

Now, let's explore Sense 2: "being or occurring at an early stage of development." Now we're thinking "early childhood". So does it mean "very young" or "happening early in life." Hmm, is the "early" referring to the age of the child or the timeline of events? "Early exposure" could mean happening early in the course of events (Sense 1), and then later in development.

I'm leaning towards "early exposure" being more like "early in the course of events," so I'm choosing **Sense 1**.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early <t>exposure</t> to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain;  or | examples=exposure to the weather; they died from exposure
2. definition=the act of subjecting someone to an influencing experience | examples=she denounced the exposure of children to pornography
3. definition=the disclosure of something secret | examples=they feared exposure of their campaign plans
4. definition=aspect resulting from the direction a building or window faces | examples=the studio had a northern exposure
5. definition=the state of being vulnerable or exposed | synonyms=vulnerability | examples=his vulnerability to litigation; his exposure to ridicule
6. definition=the intensity of light falling on a photographic film or plate | examples=he used the wrong exposure
7. definition=a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material | synonyms=photograph, photo, picture, pic
8. definition=the act of exposing film to light
9. definition=presentation to view in an open or public manner | examples=the exposure of his anger was shocking
10. definition=abandoning without shelter or protection (as by leaving as infant out in the open)

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Implication of "Exposure"**

Okay, so the text starts with this statement: "We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance..." Right away, my expert mind is dissecting the implications of "exposure." It's not just about attendance; it's about the *influence* that schooling exerts on a child. The phrasing is deliberately chosen to suggest a process that *acts upon* the individual.

Let's break it down further. The second sense of "exposure" that pops to mind is spot on: "the act of subjecting someone to an influencing experience." The text gives an example of "she denounced the exposure of children to pornography." Perfect! It's the same structure and concept – an active, potentially impactful introduction to an environment or stimuli. This definitely aligns with the context of "exposure to schooling" as an initiating experience. The implications are clear: schooling, like pornography, can actively shape a child. The context is carefully chosen. I'll need to explore that further.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to <t>schooling</t> improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of teaching at school
2. definition=the process of being formally educated at a school | synonyms=school | examples=what will you do when you finish school?
3. definition=the training of an animal (especially the training of a horse for dressage)

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Schooling" in Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase: "very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade..." The word "schooling" jumps out, and I immediately start to dissect it. First, I recognize it's used here in the context of children and education, so I'm already mentally eliminating animal training – that's sense 3 off the bat. Now, it's either the *act* of teaching at a school (sense 1) or the *process* of being formally educated at a school (sense 2).

"Very early exposure"... Hmm, from the child's perspective, this definitely leans towards the *process* of being formally educated, like a child's experience of being in the system. Alright, let's go with Sense 2, "the process of being formally educated at a school."

Hold on, let me just refine this a little. Is this about the entire *educational system*, or the experience of being educated? Let me look at sense 2 again. "the process of being formally educated at a school". Yes, that's exactly right. It's the experience of early formal education. Perfect fit.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling <t>improves</t> performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=to make better | synonyms=better, amend, ameliorate, meliorate | examples=The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
2. definition=get better | synonyms=better, ameliorate, meliorate | examples=The weather improved toward evening

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantic Nuances of "Improves"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence, "We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade." Immediately, my mind zeroes in on the word "improves." It’s pretty straightforward in this context, but it’s always good to be precise. "Improves" can be used in a few ways. Essentially, it means to make something better, but the structure of the sentence tells me the specific *type* of improvement we're talking about.

I see that "early exposure" (the subject) *does something* to "performance" (the object). The verb "improves" directly acts on the object. That's a classic transitive relationship, right? The verb *transfers* its action to the object. That's key. It means we're dealing with the sense of "improves" where it *causes* something to get better - sense 1, as I think of it: "to make better." Not the intransitive sense, where something simply *becomes* better on its own. It's a subtle distinction, but critical for a truly accurate interpretation.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves <t>performance</t> in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=a dramatic or musical entertainment | synonyms=public presentation | examples=they listened to ten different performances; the play ran for 100 performances
2. definition=the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment | examples=we congratulated him on his performance at the rehearsal; an inspired performance of Mozart's C minor concerto
3. definition=the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it | synonyms=execution, carrying out, carrying into action | examples=they criticised his performance as mayor; experience generally improves performance
4. definition=any recognized accomplishment | examples=they admired his performance under stress; when Roger Maris powered four home runs in one game his performance merits awe
5. definition=process or manner of functioning or operating | synonyms=operation, functioning | examples=the power of its engine determines its operation; the plane's operation in high winds

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Concept of "Performance" in an Educational Context**

Okay, so we're talking about early schooling and its impact on first-grade achievement. The core idea is that early exposure leads to improved *performance*. Let's break down what that "performance" actually means in this specific context. My immediate thought is, of course, the student's academic achievement, the successful completion of tasks and demonstration of knowledge. We have to be precise with the semantics here.

Now, let's consider the word itself; "performance" has multiple nuances. We could be thinking of theatrical performance, the act of presenting a play or musical, the act of performing more generally... and there's also the sense of doing something successfully – and a sense of recognized accomplishment, or even the process or manner of functioning, like an engine.

Analyzing the shades of meaning, the third sense really jumps out at me: the *act of performing; doing something successfully*. It's about how well these students are completing their educational tasks, which perfectly aligns with the concept of academic progress and demonstration of their knowledge, right?

To be even more precise, let's compare that sense 3 with sense 4, where it refers to "recognized accomplishment". When we consider the phrase, "improves performance", the implication is that something is being done better. That makes sense 3, "experience generally improves performance", the perfect fit to what the text implies. The phrase "experience generally improves performance" very closely matches the text's "exposure to schooling improves performance." Therefore, we are discussing the act of doing the student's academic work successfully.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the <t>first</t> grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=preceding all others in time or space or degree | examples=the first house on the right; the first day of spring
2. definition=indicating the beginning unit in a series | synonyms=1st
3. definition=serving to set in motion | synonyms=inaugural, initiative, initiatory, maiden | examples=the magazine's inaugural issue; the initiative phase in the negotiations
4. definition=serving to begin | synonyms=beginning | examples=the beginning canto of the poem; the first verse
5. definition=ranking above all others | synonyms=foremost, world-class | examples=was first in her class; the foremost figure among marine artists
6. definition=highest in pitch or chief among parts or voices or instruments or orchestra sections | examples=first soprano; the first violin section

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Meaning of "First" in "First Grade"**

Okay, so the word I'm parsing is "first," specifically in the phrase "first grade." Immediately, I'm thinking about which sense of "first" is actually being used here. Is it the temporal "preceding all others" sense, or the "beginning unit in a series" one? Clearly, "first grade" usually refers to the initial grade in a sequence of grades, which leans heavily towards the second definition: "indicating the beginning unit in a series," and that’s what I'm looking for.

Just to be thorough, I'm going to quickly cross-reference this with WordNet. Let's see... WordNet's first sense is indeed about precedence in time, space, or degree. Sense two confirms my hypothesis, and provides the "beginning unit in a series" with synonym "1st". Sense 3 refers to rank or degree, and sense 4 pertains to pitch, which are clearly irrelevant.

Right, so "first grade" is quite specifically grade *one*, which is more about the ordinal number than being temporally or spatially first. Thus, it's about "indicating the beginning unit in a series". That's a solid choice. So I am selecting sense 2.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first <t>grade</t>, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=a body of students who are taught together | synonyms=class, form, course | examples=early morning classes are always sleepy
2. definition=a relative position or degree of value in a graded group | synonyms=level, tier | examples=lumber of the highest grade
3. definition=the gradient of a slope or road or other surface | examples=the road had a steep grade
4. definition=one-hundredth of a right angle | synonyms=grad
5. definition=a degree of ablaut | synonyms=gradation
6. definition=a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) | synonyms=mark, score | examples=she made good marks in algebra; grade A milk
7. definition=the height of the ground on which something stands | synonyms=ground level | examples=the base of the tower was below grade
8. definition=a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality | synonyms=degree, level | examples=a moderate grade of intelligence; a high level of care is required
9. definition=a variety of cattle produced by crossbreeding with a superior breed

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Phrase "First Grade"**

Okay, so the text starts with this statement about early schooling improving "performance in the first grade." My initial reaction, being familiar with educational contexts, is to immediately parse "first grade" as referring to the *class* itself – a body of students, a specific level. So, my mind went straight to "Sense 1," the group of students taught together – a class, form, or course. But, then I paused. "First grade" also *means* a specific year in the US education system!

I wanted to make absolutely certain, so I quickly double-checked my understanding. I re-read that part, just to be precise and to check the common usage. Yep, the class, form, course – or, as it usually is, the *grade*.

This is when I decided to reach for the WordNet definitions of "grade" to see if there was a better match. After looking, Sense 1, the body of students who are taught together, is the best fit. I'll stick with that.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the <t>difference</t> is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=the quality of being unlike or dissimilar | examples=there are many differences between jazz and rock
2. definition=a variation that deviates from the standard or norm | synonyms=deviation, divergence, departure | examples=the deviation from the mean
3. definition=a disagreement or argument about something important | synonyms=dispute, difference of opinion, conflict | examples=he had a dispute with his wife; there were irreconcilable differences
4. definition=a significant change | examples=the difference in her is amazing; his support made a real difference
5. definition=the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend | synonyms=remainder

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Meaning of "Difference"**

Okay, so the text is saying that early schooling boosts first-grade performance, but that "difference is quickly washed away." My initial thought is that "difference" refers to the variation or improvement caused by early schooling. Let me break this down by looking at the word's possible senses, as defined by WordNet.

Alright, Sense 1: dissimilarity. Sense 2: a statistical variation. Sense 4: a significant change. My gut reaction is that the text means the difference in performance between students with early schooling and those without it. So it has to be either dissimilarity or statistical variation.

Thinking about the phrase "is quickly washed away," the key meaning seems to be the dissimilarity or unlikeness in performance between the groups. Let's see... WordNet defines "difference" in a similar way, like “there are many differences between jazz and rock,” which supports Sense 1.

I'm also considering other examples, like "make a difference," but "afterward the difference is quickly washed away" doesn’t quite fit that. That would imply some kind of *significant* change that gets washed away. No, it’s not really about *making* a difference, but rather about the *difference* itself, which is a state of unlikeness.

Rereading the text, "improves performance… but afterward the difference is quickly washed away" really suggests the dissimilarity in their *performance*. Sense 1 seems most appropriate; the difference is the *quality of being unlike* in performance between the groups. Yes, I'm thinking it's the most likely one, the dissimilarity in performance. Yeah, probably it's just Sense 1.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is <t>quickly</t> washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=with rapid movements | synonyms=rapidly, speedily, chop-chop, apace | examples=he works quickly
2. definition=with little or no delay | synonyms=promptly, quick | examples=the rescue squad arrived promptly; come here, quick!
3. definition=without taking pains | synonyms=cursorily | examples=he looked cursorily through the magazine

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuance of "Quickly"**

Okay, so the text says the difference is "quickly" washed away *afterward*. My immediate thought is, what does "quickly" actually mean here? The context clearly implies a temporal element, a swiftness of the difference vanishing. My first inclination is to break it down, because as an expert, I need to make sure I am sure. So, "quickly" could mean with rapid movements, with little to no delay, or without taking pains.

Given the phrase "washed away," I quickly eliminate "without taking pains" – that doesn't fit the picture at all. Now, between "rapid movements" and "little or no delay," it's about *time*, so it has to be soon, or promptly. I can see the potential for misinterpretation if "quickly" is interpreted as the *speed* of the washing away. That isn't what is implied, right? It disappears *soon*, not because it's being erased with frantic movements.

So I go back to "rapidly" and "promptly". "Promptly" seems more on point. But let's check WordNet.

WordNet's senses validate my initial thoughts, but it defines them in a way that is causing me to second-guess. Sense 1 is about rapid movements, Sense 2 is about promptness, which seems more applicable here. "Washed away quickly" isn't about the act *itself* happening fast, it is about the *duration* it is present. The difference doesn't last long, it disappears *soon*.

Okay, I am back to "with little or no delay," or "soon," or "promptly." "Promptly" = immediately. "Washed away quickly" means it is in effect for a *short amount of time*.

"Rapidly" (Sense 1) can certainly mean at a fast rate. But I'm not seeing "fast rate" here. It's more about temporal swiftness. Okay, I am going to revisit the definition.

WordNet 3.0 confirms my understanding: Sense 1 (rapidly, speedily) means "with rapid movements." Sense 2 (promptly, quickly, quick) means "with little or no delay."

Conclusion: "afterward the difference is quickly washed away" – It means *soon after*, in a short amount of time. Sense 2 fits best. "Washed away" is not implying fast movement. It's about duration.


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

Context: They are inevitably inclined to echo the conventional pap, since this is the least controversial option that is open to them. Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly <t>washed away</t>. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea.

Senses:
1. definition=eliminate | examples=wash away all the differences
2. definition=remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent | synonyms=wash, wash out, wash off | examples=he washed the dirt from his coat; The nurse washed away the blood

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Implied Meaning of "Washed Away"**

Okay, so the text uses the phrase "washed away" and I need to figure out the best interpretation here. The surrounding context indicates that it refers to something that happens *afterward*, where a difference is no longer present. My initial thoughts immediately leap to the idea of *elimination*.

There are two likely senses I'm considering: the direct, literal removal with water, and the more figurative elimination. Given the context of performance differences, the second definition is clearly the more appropriate one, and the first seems highly unlikely. Therefore, it's safe to interpret "washed away" as meaning the difference is eliminated. I'm confident in applying Sense 1 here: The variance or distinction in performance effectively disappears.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us <t>sum up</t> what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=give a summary (of) | synonyms=summarize, summarise, resume | examples=he summed up his results; I will now summarize
2. definition=be a summary of | synonyms=summarize, summarise, sum | examples=The abstract summarizes the main ideas in the paper
3. definition=determine the sum of | synonyms=total, tot, tot up, sum, summate, tote up | examples=Add all the people in this town to those of the neighboring town

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Sum Up"**

Okay, so I need to nail down the precise meaning of "sum up" in this sentence: "Let us <t>sum up</t> what we do know about education..." Right, let's break this down systematically. I have to consider the potential senses:

1.  "give a summary (of)" - This is a likely candidate, given the context.
2.  "be a summary of" - This seems a bit less direct, usually fitting when something *is* a summary.
3.  "determine the sum of" - Completely wrong, that's mathematical.

The phrase itself, "Let us sum up what we do know," instantly suggests we're going to *summarize* existing knowledge. So, that first sense, "give a summary (of)," seems like the natural fit. We're explicitly performing the action. It's an active statement. Sense two, well that describes something passively. This sentence is about an active process of summarization. Therefore, the first sense is the one. I'm confident that "give a summary (of)" is the correct interpretation.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do <t>know</t> about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | synonyms=cognize, cognise | examples=I know that the President lied to the people; I want to know who is winning the game!
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit; Does your husband know how to cook?
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; Galileo knew that the earth moves around the sun
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer; Do you know my sister?
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | synonyms=experience, live | examples=I know the feeling!; have you ever known hunger?
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | synonyms=acknowledge, recognize, recognise | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne; We do not recognize your gods
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin; This student knows her irregular verbs
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | synonyms=sleep together, roll in the hay, love, make out, make love, sleep with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm; Adam knew Eve
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:
**Deconstructing the Meaning of "Know" in Educational Contexts**

Okay, so the text is asking us to sum up what we *know* about education and effective reforms. My initial thought is to pin down exactly what "know" means here. The context points to "possessing knowledge or information" – that feels right, that's the core of it. I need to be sure I'm not oversimplifying, so I'm going through the definitions. It's not about believing something without doubt, that's not the goal here. It’s more about being *cognizant* of the facts.

I'm verifying. Let me check the first sense again; I want to *know* the winner, right? That perfectly maps to possessing information. "Know about education" – yes, that aligns precisely. It's about having the *data*, the empirical evidence, the research. It's about grasping the specific pieces of information we have on hand. It's about what we, as experts, can say we've established as fact.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about <t>education</t> and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | synonyms=instruction, teaching, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity | examples=he received no formal education; our instruction was carefully programmed
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; a girl's education was less important than a boy's
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) | synonyms=training, breeding | 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 | synonyms=Department of Education, Education Department

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Education" in the Context of Reform**

Okay, so I'm diving into this text and the author's talking about "education reforms." My immediate thought is, let's pin down exactly what they mean by "education" here, because it's crucial to understanding the effectiveness of the reforms. The sentence itself seems pretty straightforward, summing up our knowledge about education and which reforms actually *work*.

First, let's map the possible meanings. We've got the system itself, the act of teaching (Sense 1), the gradual process of learning (Sense 3), and maybe even the profession of teaching itself (Sense 4). Considering "education reforms," my gut tells me it's primarily the system or the instructional activities (Sense 1) or perhaps the learning process itself (Sense 3) that are the targets.

The phrase "education reforms" in practice is really about changes to how we teach, or the whole system of teaching itself - what we do to change that instruction and process. WordNet confirms my initial instincts that, in this context, the institutional activity - instruction, pedagogy is the best fit (Sense 1). I think a clear example, "he received no formal education," really points to that institutional side of things and how education reform would be about changing that system. So, I'm going to lean on **Sense 1** here – the activities of educating or instructing – as the most relevant interpretation for the discussion of "education reforms". This is going to influence my interpretation of the whole passage going forward.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those <t>education</t> reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | synonyms=instruction, teaching, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity | examples=he received no formal education; our instruction was carefully programmed
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; a girl's education was less important than a boy's
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) | synonyms=training, breeding | 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 | synonyms=Department of Education, Education Department

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Education" in the Context of "Education Reforms"**

Okay, so I need to nail down the meaning of "education" in this phrase, "those education reforms that do work." The context centers around schools, educational programs, and schooling, which helps narrow things down a bit. Initially, I was leaning towards sense 1, which describes the *activities* of educating or instructing, things like formal education or, in this case, education reforms. But wait a minute, when we talk about "reforms," aren't we usually referring to the whole *system* of teaching and instruction? So, it's about the activities.

Let's quickly verify Sense 1: "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill." That feels right. Then there's Sense 3, which is the process of acquiring knowledge and sense 4, the profession of teaching. Sense 6 refers to the US federal department.

Thinking about "education reforms," the word is acting as a modifier, right? It's qualifying "reforms" and referring to the system of instruction and teaching—specifically, those educational activities. So, Sense 1 remains the most appropriate fit here.

I'll quickly cross-reference this with WordNet definitions. Yeah, "education reforms" typically relates to "the activities of educating or instructing" – that aligns perfectly. WordNet sense 1 is the go-to, the most standard interpretation for phrases like this, as well as when we talk about the overall "education system".


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education <t>reforms</t> that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=a change for the better as a result of correcting abuses | examples=justice was for sale before the reform of the law courts
2. definition=a campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices | examples=the reforms he proposed were too radical for the politicians
3. definition=self-improvement in behavior or morals by abandoning some vice | examples=the family rejoiced in the drunkard's reform

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuances of "Reforms"**

Okay, so I'm tackling this use of "reforms" in the context of "education reforms that do work and do not work." It's immediately clear we're dealing with specific changes or policies within the education system, not just some abstract ideal.

My initial thought leans towards the general definition of a positive change, "a change for the better." But then I recall the secondary meaning, which is more about a "campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices." Hmm, the examples are helpful. "Justice was for sale *before* the reform of the law courts" suggests a singular, uncountable process of reforming (Sense 1). Whereas, "the reforms *he proposed* were too radical" clearly refers to specific, countable changes—a *campaign* (Sense 2). And "education reforms" is plural, which nudges me toward Sense 2.

Let me double-check WordNet definitions. Yep: Sense 1 is about a positive change, and Sense 2 is about the campaign. Now, if "reforms" is plural, that often points to Sense 2, to specific policies or campaigns. But I need to be sure. Let's really drill down.

Okay, let's go back to the original phrasing: "education reforms that *do work* and *do not work*." If they "do not work," they're not necessarily a change for the better. The *campaign* definition makes more sense here, right? This implies that we are talking about specific educational initiatives.

Let me triple check. WordNet 3.1 confirms it, definitions are the same.

Yes, now that I look at it with the context, it's pretty clear. I am going to say that this refers to "a campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices."

Right, I'm confident. Returning Sense 2.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do <t>work</t> and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity | examples=I will work hard to improve my grades; she worked hard for better living conditions for the poor
2. definition=be employed | synonyms=do work | examples=Is your husband working again?; My wife never worked
3. definition=have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | synonyms=act | examples=The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought; How does your idea work in practice?
4. definition=perform as expected when applied | synonyms=function, operate, go, run | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in; Does this old car still run well?
5. definition=shape, form, or improve a material | synonyms=work on, process | examples=work stone into tools; process iron
6. definition=give a workout to | synonyms=exercise, work out | examples=Some parents exercise their infants; My personal trainer works me hard
7. definition=proceed along a path | synonyms=make | examples=work one's way through the crowd; make one's way into the forest
8. definition=operate in a certain place, area, or specialty | examples=She works the night clubs; The salesman works the Midwest
9. definition=proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity | examples=work your way through every problem or task; She was working on her second martini when the guests arrived
10. definition=move in an agitated manner | examples=His fingers worked with tension
11. definition=cause to happen or to occur as a consequence | synonyms=bring, play, wreak, make for | examples=I cannot work a miracle; wreak havoc
12. definition=cause to work | synonyms=put to work | examples=he is working his servants hard
13. definition=prepare for crops | synonyms=cultivate, crop | examples=Work the soil; cultivate the land
14. definition=behave in a certain way when handled | examples=This dough does not work easily; The soft metal works well
15. definition=have and exert influence or effect | synonyms=influence, act upon | examples=The artist's work influenced the young painter; She worked on her friends to support the political candidate
16. definition=operate in or through | examples=Work the phones
17. definition=cause to operate or function | examples=This pilot works the controls; Can you work an electric drill?
18. definition=provoke or excite | examples=The rock musician worked the crowd of young girls into a frenzy
19. definition=gratify and charm, usually in order to influence | examples=the political candidate worked the crowds
20. definition=make something, usually for a specific function | synonyms=shape, form, mold, mould, forge | examples=She molded the rice balls carefully; Form cylinders from the dough
21. definition=move into or onto | examples=work the raisins into the dough; the student worked a few jokes into his presentation
22. definition=make uniform | synonyms=knead | examples=knead dough; work the clay until it is soft
23. definition=use or manipulate to one's advantage | synonyms=exploit | examples=He exploit the new taxation system; She knows how to work the system
24. definition=find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of | synonyms=solve, work out, figure out, puzzle out, lick | examples=did you solve the problem?; Work out your problems with the boss
25. definition=cause to undergo fermentation | synonyms=ferment | examples=We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content; The vintner worked the wine in big oak vats
26. definition=go sour or spoil | synonyms=sour, turn, ferment | examples=The milk has soured; The wine worked
27. definition=arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion | examples=The stitches of the hem worked loose after she wore the skirt many times

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Effectiveness of Educational Reforms**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- 'Parental involvement 'is a bad idea." My immediate thought is, "work" here clearly refers to the effectiveness of these reforms. We're not talking about whether they *function* in the mechanical sense, but whether they achieve the intended *outcome*.

I'm thinking, specifically, about those reforms that have the *desired* effect. To me, this aligns with Sense 3 of the definition – that “work” means to have a desired effect or outcome. This is about real-world impact. We aren't concerned with whether a program *operates*, we're focused on whether it actually achieves the goals of education. The examples really drive this point home, like the voting process or how an idea functions in practice. If a reform "works," then it does what it's supposed to do. This distinction is crucial to evaluating the statement about parental involvement. Are we saying that it doesn't function in a way that helps? Or are we saying it has no effect?


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not <t>work</t>: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity | examples=I will work hard to improve my grades; she worked hard for better living conditions for the poor
2. definition=be employed | synonyms=do work | examples=Is your husband working again?; My wife never worked
3. definition=have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | synonyms=act | examples=The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought; How does your idea work in practice?
4. definition=perform as expected when applied | synonyms=function, operate, go, run | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in; Does this old car still run well?
5. definition=shape, form, or improve a material | synonyms=work on, process | examples=work stone into tools; process iron
6. definition=give a workout to | synonyms=exercise, work out | examples=Some parents exercise their infants; My personal trainer works me hard
7. definition=proceed along a path | synonyms=make | examples=work one's way through the crowd; make one's way into the forest
8. definition=operate in a certain place, area, or specialty | examples=She works the night clubs; The salesman works the Midwest
9. definition=proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity | examples=work your way through every problem or task; She was working on her second martini when the guests arrived
10. definition=move in an agitated manner | examples=His fingers worked with tension
11. definition=cause to happen or to occur as a consequence | synonyms=bring, play, wreak, make for | examples=I cannot work a miracle; wreak havoc
12. definition=cause to work | synonyms=put to work | examples=he is working his servants hard
13. definition=prepare for crops | synonyms=cultivate, crop | examples=Work the soil; cultivate the land
14. definition=behave in a certain way when handled | examples=This dough does not work easily; The soft metal works well
15. definition=have and exert influence or effect | synonyms=influence, act upon | examples=The artist's work influenced the young painter; She worked on her friends to support the political candidate
16. definition=operate in or through | examples=Work the phones
17. definition=cause to operate or function | examples=This pilot works the controls; Can you work an electric drill?
18. definition=provoke or excite | examples=The rock musician worked the crowd of young girls into a frenzy
19. definition=gratify and charm, usually in order to influence | examples=the political candidate worked the crowds
20. definition=make something, usually for a specific function | synonyms=shape, form, mold, mould, forge | examples=She molded the rice balls carefully; Form cylinders from the dough
21. definition=move into or onto | examples=work the raisins into the dough; the student worked a few jokes into his presentation
22. definition=make uniform | synonyms=knead | examples=knead dough; work the clay until it is soft
23. definition=use or manipulate to one's advantage | synonyms=exploit | examples=He exploit the new taxation system; She knows how to work the system
24. definition=find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of | synonyms=solve, work out, figure out, puzzle out, lick | examples=did you solve the problem?; Work out your problems with the boss
25. definition=cause to undergo fermentation | synonyms=ferment | examples=We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content; The vintner worked the wine in big oak vats
26. definition=go sour or spoil | synonyms=sour, turn, ferment | examples=The milk has soured; The wine worked
27. definition=arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion | examples=The stitches of the hem worked loose after she wore the skirt many times

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Work" in Educational Reform**

Okay, so I'm dissecting this phrasing – "those education reforms that do work and do not work." The word "work" is crucial here, and it's throwing up a couple of immediate possibilities in my head, given its various connotations. I'm focusing on the intended meaning. Clearly, it's not about a machine or physical device performing. It's about an idea, a process, a plan.

The dictionary definitions are what I'm consulting to make sure I've got this right. Sense 3 and Sense 4 are what I'm looking at. Sense 3, "have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected," feels like the strongest fit. The example of "the voting process doesn't work as well as people thought" nails it. It's about efficacy and achieving the intended results, which is precisely what we're talking about with education reform.

Sense 4, "perform as expected when applied," is closer to a machine "running" or a device "operating." While "perform as expected" is relevant, it's about the function of a *thing* rather than a *process*. So, I'm comfortable leaning towards Sense 3. Education reforms are ideas and plans. I'm confident that the phrase is referring to reforms that *succeed* in their objectives versus those that fail.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "<t>Parental</t> involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced
2. definition=relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent | synonyms=maternal, paternal | examples=parental guidance

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that thought process, tailored for an expert audience:

**Analyzing "Parental" in the Context of School Involvement**

Alright, the word in question is "parental," specifically within the phrase "Parental involvement is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools..." My initial thought process breaks down the lexical ambiguity inherent in the term. I'm immediately considering the potential semantic range. We have, first, the biological, taxonomic sense – referring to the *origin* of something, like "parental lines" in genetics. But then, we have the more common, anthropocentric meaning – pertaining to the *characteristics or role* of a parent.

Given the surrounding text, the domain is clearly education, the focus is on *parents* of *students*. Therefore, the biological sense is immediately dismissed. It's irrelevant. The correct interpretation, the one I'm absolutely homing in on, is that "parental" here refers to behaviours, attitudes, and actions *related to* or *expected of* parents in relation to their children and, in this specific case, in their interaction with the school system. We're discussing parental involvement in this sense – the extent to which their character or behaviour is appropriate and beneficial. It's a clear disambiguation by context; quite straightforward.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental <t>involvement</t> "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of sharing in the activities of a group | synonyms=engagement, participation, involution | examples=the teacher tried to increase his students' engagement in class activities
2. definition=a connection of inclusion or containment | examples=he escaped involvement in the accident; there was additional involvement of the liver and spleen
3. definition=a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something | synonyms=interest | examples=an interest in music
4. definition=a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship | synonyms=affair, affaire, intimacy, liaison, amour
5. definition=the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.) | synonyms=participation

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Parental Involvement"**

Okay, so I'm presented with "parental involvement" in this context, and my immediate task is to nail down the precise meaning. I'm already mentally sifting through the potential senses. First, there's the broad sense of **"sharing in the activities of a group"**. That seems promising and immediately aligns with how we generally think about "parental involvement" – parents engaging in their children's schooling, attending events, helping out, that sort of thing. This resonates with words like *engagement* and *participation*, which are core concepts.

Then there are other senses to consider, I need to rule them out methodically. Second, there's a sense of **"connection of inclusion or containment"**. Not really applicable here. Third, it could imply a **"sense of concern with and curiosity about someone"**. While this *is* a component, it's not the central act. Fourth, a rather unsavory one: **"secretive or illicit sexual relationship"**. Obviously irrelevant. And finally, Sense 5, **"the condition of sharing in common with others"**. This has elements of participation, but again, doesn't quite capture the *active* nature of what we're looking at.

Sense 1 is the frontrunner, and let me confirm the match to the standard lexicon. I'll quickly consult WordNet. I expect to see "involvement" linked to "participation", which seems logical given our initial analysis. Ah, yes, "involvement" as in "participation" is spot on. Sense 1 aligns with the meaning. Looking again, I'm noting that Sense 5 also contains participation.

Let's double-check the definitions to be absolutely sure. "The act of sharing in the activities of a group" – this definition fits "parental involvement" perfectly. That act is what we're looking for. Therefore, I'm confident in selecting **Sense 1** as the most appropriate interpretation.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a <t>bad</t> idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=having undesirable or negative qualities | examples=a bad report card; his sloppy appearance made a bad impression
2. definition=very intense | synonyms=big | examples=a bad headache; in a big rage
3. definition=feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') | synonyms=tough | examples=my throat feels bad; she felt bad all over
4. definition=(of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition | synonyms=spoiled, spoilt | examples=bad meat; a refrigerator full of spoilt food
5. definition=feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone | synonyms=regretful, sorry | examples=felt regretful over his vanished youth; regretful over mistakes she had made
6. definition=not capable of being collected | synonyms=uncollectible | examples=a bad (or uncollectible) debt
7. definition=below average in quality or performance | examples=a bad chess player; a bad recital
8. definition=nonstandard | examples=so-called bad grammar
9. definition=not financially safe or secure | synonyms=risky, high-risk, speculative | examples=a bad investment; high risk investments
10. definition=physically unsound or diseased | synonyms=unfit, unsound | examples=has a bad back; a bad heart
11. definition=capable of harming | examples=bad air; smoking is bad for you
12. definition=characterized by wickedness or immorality | examples=led a very bad life
13. definition=reproduced fraudulently | synonyms=forged | examples=like a bad penny...; a forged twenty dollar bill
14. definition=not working properly | synonyms=defective | examples=a bad telephone connection; a defective appliance

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Bad"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "-- 'Parental involvement' is a <t>bad</t> idea." My primary task is to pinpoint the exact meaning of "bad" in this context. It's modifying "idea," which immediately narrows down the possibilities. We're not talking about a "bad" taste or a "bad" person, but a "bad" *idea*.

Let's break down the senses and find the best fit. I've got Sense 1: "having undesirable or negative qualities," which seems promising. There are examples of "bad report card" or "bad impression." It doesn't explicitly mention "idea", but the definition certainly maps to the concept of something undesirable. Then, there's Sense 7, "below average in quality or performance," which is less precise here.

Hold on... going back to Sense 1, defining the term as, "having undesirable or negative qualities," directly aligns with the concept of a "bad idea." Let's double check my analysis with a quick reference to WordNet. Ah, yes, in WordNet, the first sense of "bad" is indeed defined as "having undesirable or negative qualities."

Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate. The implication is that "parental involvement" is being framed as an idea with undesirable or negative attributes. The context makes the intended meaning readily apparent.


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

Context: Thus at the recent governors' conference on education, Gov. Bill Clinton of Arkansas announced that "this country needs a comprehensive child-development policy for children under five. "A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad <t>idea</t>. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children.

Senses:
1. definition=the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about | synonyms=thought | examples=it was not a good idea; the thought never entered my mind
2. definition=your intention; what you intend to do | synonyms=mind | examples=he had in mind to see his old teacher; the idea of the game is to capture all the pieces
3. definition=a personal view | examples=he has an idea that we don't like him
4. definition=an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth | synonyms=estimate, estimation, approximation | examples=an estimate of what it would cost; a rough idea how long it would take
5. definition=(music) melodic subject of a musical composition | synonyms=theme, melodic theme, musical theme | examples=the theme is announced in the first measures; the accompanist picked up the idea and elaborated it

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Word "Idea"**

Okay, so the word in question is "idea," specifically in the phrase "-- 'Parental involvement' is a bad idea." My initial instinct is that it's acting as a reference to a concept or a proposed plan – parental involvement, in this case. Let's break down the possible senses to confirm my hunch and refine the context.

I need to quickly run through the different meanings of "idea." There's the content of cognition, the primary thought. Then there's intention, a personal view, an approximate calculation, and finally a melodic subject.

Ah, yes, sense one is the right fit. It's essentially the same as saying "it was not a good thought" or "it was not a good concept." Therefore the "idea" being a reference to the main thing I am thinking about, making the phrase make the most sense. Sense one is the most applicable in this context.


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. <t>Parents</t> are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

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:
**Deconstructing the Word "Parents"**

Okay, so the text throws out the word "parents," and my mind immediately starts dissecting it. First off, we're dealing with the plural form, "parents," which implies a collection of individuals. Specifically, we are talking about human parents, the fathers and mothers of children. The context is "Parental involvement is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children."

Now, I need to make sure I'm on the right track. My expert brain automatically considers the possible meanings. We could be talking about Sense 1: the standard definition – a father or mother. Or, there's Sense 2, which leans more biological, referring to an organism from which offspring are obtained. Given the context of human children and their education, there's absolutely no doubt: it's Sense 1 that is being used here. It's the human definition, plain and simple. Got it. Moving on...


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are <t>too</t> likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

Senses:
1. definition=to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits | synonyms=excessively, overly, to a fault | examples=too big
2. definition=in addition | synonyms=besides, also, likewise, as well | examples=he has a Mercedes, too

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Word "Too"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "Parents are too likely to blame schools." The key here, and what I need to unpack, is the word "too". It's not a straightforward term; it has a couple of different senses, and the nuances are crucial for proper interpretation.

Let me break it down: "Too" in this context isn't an additive, as in "me too." No, it's being used to indicate excess. It signifies that the parents' inclination to blame schools is "excessively likely," or "more likely than is proper." That's the core of it.

Therefore, the first sense of "too" – the one meaning "excessively," "overly," or "to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits" – is the correct one here. The second sense, meaning "in addition" or "also," is clearly not the intended meaning, given the context. This is about degree, not addition. The problem presented here is in the degree to which parents blame schools, not the fact that they blame them in addition to some other party.


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too <t>likely</t> to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

Senses:
1. definition=has a good chance of being the case or of coming about | examples=these services are likely to be available to us all before long; she is likely to forget
2. definition=likely but not certain to be or become true or real | synonyms=probable | examples=a likely result; he foresaw a probable loss
3. definition=expected to become or be; in prospect | synonyms=potential | examples=potential clients
4. definition=within the realm of credibility | examples=not a very likely excuse

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuance of "Likely"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "Parents are too likely to blame schools..." and that word "likely" is giving me a particular wavelength. The way it's used here, it suggests a *probability*. It implies a high chance, a strong inclination. It's not a suggestion or a maybe, it's a very definite almost surety.

I see that it fits perfectly with the first definition: "has a good chance of being the case or of coming about." It's like saying "these services are likely to be available" or "she is likely to forget." The structure is identical: "likely to [verb]." This isn't about resemblance or plausibility; it's about the expectation of an action. And so, based on this construction, that's definitely the sense we're working with here.


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to <t>blame</t> schools for the educational limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

Senses:
1. definition=put or pin the blame on | synonyms=fault
2. definition=harass with constant criticism | synonyms=find fault, pick | examples=Don't always pick on your little brother
3. definition=attribute responsibility to | synonyms=charge | examples=We blamed the accident on her; The tragedy was charged to her inexperience

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Blame"**

Okay, so the word we're working with here is "blame." The context is: "Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children." My initial thought is to quickly distinguish the potential senses of the word. There's the obvious "put or pin the blame on," which is sense 1. Then there's the more critical, harassing sense, which I'll call sense 2. Finally, there's the attribution of responsibility, which is sense 3; this one can be tricky.

I remember examples like "We blamed the accident on her." Does "blame [someone/something] for [something]" fit sense 1 or sense 3? Hmm... let's refine that. Sense 1 is definitively "put or pin the blame on," the idea of fault. Sense 3 is the attribution of responsibility. Instances such as "We blamed the accident on her," or "The tragedy was charged to her inexperience."

Now, hold on. The phrasing "blame [someone] for [something]" *usually* implies sense 1, as in, a focus on fault. I should probably consult WordNet to be sure.

Alright, checking WordNet confirms my suspicions. Sense 1 is "blame, fault (put or pin the blame on)," sense 2 is "blame, find fault, pick (harass with constant criticism)," and sense 3 is "charge, blame (attribute responsibility to)." So, "We blamed the accident on her" fits sense 3, where you are attributing responsibility.

Now back to the original sentence: "Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations..." My interpretation is that they're *putting* the blame on the schools. Therefore, it's either sense 1 or sense 3. But, with the structure, "blame schools," where "schools" is the direct object, this suggests a fault-based interpretation of the definition.

Therefore, since the sentence is structured, "blame someone for something," Sense 1, "put or pin the blame on," is the most accurate.


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame <t>schools</t> for the educational limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

Senses:
1. definition=an educational institution | examples=the school was founded in 1900
2. definition=a building where young people receive education | synonyms=schoolhouse | examples=the school was built in 1932; he walked to school every morning
3. definition=the process of being formally educated at a school | synonyms=schooling | examples=what will you do when you finish school?
4. definition=a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers | examples=the Venetian school of painting
5. definition=the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session | synonyms=schooltime, school day | examples=stay after school; he didn't miss a single day of school
6. definition=an educational institution's faculty and students | examples=the school keeps parents informed; the whole school turned out for the game
7. definition=a large group of fish | synonyms=shoal | examples=a school of small glittering fish swam by

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Connotation of "Schools"**

Okay, so I'm presented with the phrase "Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children." My initial thought is the obvious – that "schools" here refers to the educational *institution* itself, the place of learning. It's the institution parents are holding responsible, not necessarily the specific teachers or the student body as a whole.

Let's quickly run through the different senses of "schools" to confirm this, just to be thorough. We've got:

1.  An educational institution. *This* seems like the obvious fit, the one that immediately springs to mind.
2.  A physical building. That doesn't work, obviously.
3.  The *process* of education. No, not that either.
4.  (not included)
5.  (not included)
6.  An institution's faculty and students, essentially the administrative entity. Now *that's* an interesting one. WordNet even offers an example like "the school keeps parents informed," which uses sense 6. But...hmmm, when we're talking about *blaming* something for limitations, it generally applies to the institution as a whole (sense 1), as in, "the school was founded in 1900."

Okay, back to the context. "Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational limitations of their children." Right. Considering the focus on *blaming* for limitations, it really points to sense 1: the *educational institution* itself. Sense 6, the administrative entity, isn't totally out of the question, but the phrase is more about blaming the institution as a whole, for example as an entity. I am comfortable with sense 1.


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the <t>educational</t> limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

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

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Educational" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The term at hand is "educational," specifically within the phrase "educational limitations." Immediately, I need to consider the potential senses of the word. Sense 1, the more direct meaning, points to the *process* of education itself – think educational psychology, the methods, the environment. Sense 2, however, refers to something that is *informative*, something that provides knowledge, like an educational video or resource.

Now, focusing on "educational limitations of *their children*," it's clear the intended meaning *cannot* be about a limitation in the ability to deliver knowledge. That interpretation doesn't fit the context. Therefore, by process of elimination and contextual alignment, Sense 1 is the correct application here. We're talking about limitations *within the learning process* of those children. The challenges within their educational journey, if you will. The phrase is therefore about the limitation on their ability to learn, not a deficit in the delivery of learning resources.


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

Context: A comprehensive development policy for governors over 30 would seem to be a more pressing need. What Gov. Clinton is advocating, in effect, is extending the educational system down to the pre-kindergarten years. Whether desirable or not, this is a child-care program, not an educational program. We know that very early exposure to schooling improves performance in the first grade, but afterward the difference is quickly washed away. Let us sum up what we do know about education and about those education reforms that do work and do not work: -- "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. Parents are too likely to blame schools for the educational <t>limitations</t> of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school.

Senses:
1. definition=a principle that limits the extent of something | synonyms=restriction | examples=I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements
2. definition=the quality of being limited or restricted | examples=it is a good plan but it has serious limitations
3. definition=the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed | synonyms=limit | examples=there are limits on the amount you can bet; it is growing rapidly with no limitation in sight
4. definition=(law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought | examples=statute of limitations
5. definition=an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation) | synonyms=restriction

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Limitations" in an Educational Context**

Okay, so the prompt uses the word "limitations" in relation to children's education. My initial instinct is to drill down on the precise meaning here. It's not a general philosophical question; it's about the kids' *abilities*. Therefore, I immediately think of the definition related to *restrictions* or *shortcomings*. Specifically, this corresponds to Sense 2 of the word's definitions: "the quality of being limited or restricted."

I'm ruling out the other senses quickly. Sense 1, a principle or rule, doesn't quite fit the educational context. Sense 3, a bound or maximum amount, and Sense 4, law, both feel completely off-track here. Sense 5, an act of restricting, is closer, but it's the *result* of the restriction, not the *inherent quality* I'm looking for.

Considering that the issue is the children's abilities or capacities, Sense 2 is the most appropriate definition. It speaks directly to the core of the issue – identifying areas where these children might have restricted ability or inherent limitations that affect their education. Think of it as: "This teaching method is good, but it has serious limitations in reaching children with [X, Y, Z] disabilities." That fits perfectly.