[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: involved
Target surface form: involved
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be <t>involved</t> with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=involved%3:00:00:: | definition=connected by participation or association or use | examples=we accomplished nothing, simply because of the large number of people involved; the problems involved
2. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:encumbered:00 | definition=entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire | synonyms=mired | examples=the difficulties in which the question is involved; brilliant leadership mired in details and confusion
3. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:attached:01 | definition=emotionally involved
4. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:complex:00 | definition=highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; - Sir Walter Scott | synonyms=Byzantine, convoluted, knotty, tangled, tortuous | examples=the Byzantine tax structure; Byzantine methods for holding on to his chairmanship
5. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:enclosed:00 | definition=enveloped | examples=a castle involved in mist; the difficulties in which the question is involved

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "involved" in the context: "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
The context talks about parents participating or being associated with their children's education.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. sense_key=involved%3:00:00:: | definition=connected by participation or association or use | examples=we accomplished nothing, simply because of the large number of people involved; the problems involved
2. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:encumbered:00 | definition=entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire
3. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:attached:01 | definition=emotionally involved
4. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:complex:00 | definition=highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious
5. sense_key=involved%5:00:00:enclosed:00 | definition=enveloped

Sense 1 fits perfectly: "connected by participation or association or use". Parents should be connected by participation or association with their children's education.
Let's double check. "Parental involvement" is mentioned earlier. "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home". This is about participation.
Sense 1 is the best fit.
Sense index: 1.
End of thought.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: child
Target surface form: children
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their <t>children</t>'s education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=child%1:18:00:: | definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=kid, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. sense_key=child%1:18:01:: | definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=kid | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
3. sense_key=child%1:18:06:: | definition=an immature childish person | synonyms=baby | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived; stop being a baby!
4. sense_key=child%1:18:07:: | definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
The target word is "children" in the context: "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
The context talks about parents and their children (offspring).
Sense 1: a young person of either sex.
Sense 2: a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age.
Sense 3: an immature childish person.
Sense 4: a member of a clan or tribe.

In the context, "their children's education" refers to the offspring of the parents.
Therefore, sense 2 is the best fit.
Let's double check. "they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college" matches "their children's education at home".
Sense 2 is the correct sense.

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native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Alibaba

currency: USD


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: education
Target surface form: education
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's <t>education</t> at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=education%1:04:00:: | 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. sense_key=education%1:09:00:: | definition=knowledge acquired by learning and instruction | examples=it was clear that he had a very broad education
3. sense_key=education%1:09:01:: | 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. sense_key=education%1:04:01:: | definition=the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)
5. sense_key=education%1:07:01:: | definition=the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) | synonyms=training, breeding | examples=a woman of breeding and refinement
6. sense_key=education%1:14:00:: | 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

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "education" in the context: "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
The context talks about parents being involved with their children's education at home, making sure they do homework, scrutinizing report cards, etc.
This refers to the activities of educating or instructing, imparting knowledge or skill, or the process of acquiring knowledge.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. sense_key=education%1:04:00:: | 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. sense_key=education%1:09:00:: | definition=knowledge acquired by learning and instruction | examples=it was clear that he had a very broad education
3. sense_key=education%1:09:01:: | 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. sense_key=education%1:04:01:: | definition=the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)
5. sense_key=education%1:07:01:: | definition=the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) | synonyms=training, breeding | examples=a woman of breeding and refinement
6. sense_key=education%1:14:00:: | 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

"Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
This refers to the activities of educating or instructing, or the process of acquiring knowledge.
Wait, "education" here means the process of acquiring knowledge or the activities of educating.
Let's consider sense 1: "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill". Parents are involved with their children's education (the activities of educating them, making them do homework, etc.).
Or sense 3: "the gradual process of acquiring knowledge".
Let's look at the synonyms for 1: instruction, teaching, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity.
"Parents should be involved with their children's instruction at home" makes sense.
"Parents should be involved with their children's education at home" -> the activities of educating or instructing.
Let's check sense 1 vs sense 3.
Sense 1: "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill"
Sense 3: "the gradual process of acquiring knowledge"
In the context, "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home... They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
This is about the activities of educating or instructing (making them do homework, etc.).
Wait, "education" as "the activities of educating or instructing" fits "involved with their children's education".
Let's see: "involved with their children's education" -> involved with the activities of educating them.
Sense 1 is "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill".
Let's check if there is a better fit.
"education" in "children's education" often refers to the process or the activities.
"education%1:04:00::" (sense 1) is "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill".
"education%1:09:01::" (sense 3) is "the gradual process of acquiring knowledge".
"Parents should be involved with their children's education at home" -> the activities of educating them.
I will choose sense 1.
Wait, let's re-read carefully: "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
Is it the process of acquiring knowledge (3) or the activities of educating (1)?
"involved with their children's education" -> involved with the activities of educating them.
Let's consider "education" as "the activities of educating or instructing".
Yes, sense 1.
Let's double check.
"education" in "children's education" -> the activities of educating or instructing.
I'll go with 1.
Wait, "education" as "the activities of educating or instructing" is sense 1.
Let's check the examples for sense 1: "he received no formal education; our instruction was carefully programmed".
Examples for sense 3: "education is a preparation for life; a girl's education was less important than a boy's".
"children's education" is very close to "a girl's education" (sense 3).
But "involved with their children's education" implies the activities of educating them.
Actually, "education" in "children's education" is often sense 1 (the activities of educating or instructing).
Let's look at similar examples. "involved in their children's education" -> involved in the activities of educating them.
I will choose 1.
Wait, "education" as "the activities of educating or instructing" (sense 1).
Let's consider sense 1.
Yes, 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: home
Target surface form: home
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at <t>home</t>, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=home%1:15:04:: | definition=where you live at a particular time | synonyms=place | examples=deliver the package to my home; he doesn't have a home to go to
2. sense_key=home%1:06:00:: | definition=housing that someone is living in | synonyms=dwelling, domicile, abode, habitation, dwelling house | examples=he built a modest dwelling near the pond; they raise money to provide homes for the homeless
3. sense_key=home%1:15:02:: | definition=the country or state or city where you live | examples=Canadian tariffs enabled United States lumber companies to raise prices at home; his home is New Jersey
4. sense_key=home%1:06:02:: | definition=(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score | synonyms=home plate, home base, plate | examples=he ruled that the runner failed to touch home
5. sense_key=home%1:15:05:: | definition=the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end | synonyms=base
6. sense_key=home%1:15:03:: | definition=place where something began and flourished | examples=the United States is the home of basketball
7. sense_key=home%1:26:00:: | definition=an environment offering affection and security | examples=home is where the heart is; he grew up in a good Christian home
8. sense_key=home%1:14:00:: | definition=a social unit living together | synonyms=family, household, house, menage | examples=he moved his family to Virginia; It was a good Christian household
9. sense_key=home%1:06:01:: | definition=an institution where people are cared for | synonyms=nursing home, rest home | examples=a home for the elderly

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "home" in the context: "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
The context contrasts "at home" with "in school".
This refers to the place where one lives, specifically the dwelling or the environment of the family residence.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. where you live at a particular time (place)
2. housing that someone is living in (dwelling, domicile, abode, habitation, dwelling house)
3. the country or state or city where you live
4. (baseball) base
5. the place where you are stationed
6. place where something began and flourished
7. an environment offering affection and security
8. a social unit living together (family, household)
9. an institution where people are cared for

Wait, "at home" in this context means in the house/dwelling where they live, as opposed to the school building.
Sense 2: housing that someone is living in (dwelling, domicile, abode, habitation, dwelling house).
Let's check sense 1: "where you live at a particular time" - examples: "deliver the package to my home; he doesn't have a home to go to".
Sense 2: "housing that someone is living in" - examples: "he built a modest dwelling near the pond; they raise money to provide homes for the homeless".
Wait, "at home" is often sense 1 or sense 2.
Let's consider "at home" as a location. "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
"home" as a location where you live.
Let's look at WordNet:
home%1:15:04:: (where you live at a particular time)
home%1:06:00:: (housing that someone is living in)
Actually, "at home" usually maps to the place where you live.
Let's check the examples for sense 1: "deliver the package to my home"
Sense 2: "housing that someone is living in"
Wait, "at home" is an adverbial phrase, but here "home" is a noun. "at home".
Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
Let's look at similar examples. "at home" -> place where you live.
Sense 1: "where you live at a particular time"
Sense 2: "housing that someone is living in"
In "at home", it refers to the location/place.
Let's check sense 1: home%1:15:04::
Let's check sense 2: home%1:06:00::
Actually, "home" in "at home" is often sense 1.
Wait, let's look at the synonyms for sense 1: place.
Synonyms for sense 2: dwelling, domicile, abode, habitation, dwelling house.
"Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
"home" here is the place where they live.
Is it sense 1? "where you live at a particular time"
Let's consider "home" as the physical house. "at home" = in the house.
But "home" can also be sense 1.
Let's search for "at home" in WordNet.
"at home" is not a synset, but "home" is.
If I say "I am at home", home is the place where I live.
Sense 1: "where you live at a particular time" -> "deliver the package to my home"
Sense 2: "housing that someone is living in" -> "provide homes for the homeless"
In the context, "at home" contrasts with "in school". School is a place/institution. Home is a place.
Sense 1 seems more appropriate for "at home" as a location.
Wait, let's look at sense 1: "where you live at a particular time".
Let's look at sense 2: "housing that someone is living in".
"at home" -> place.
Let's choose sense 1.
Wait, another option: sense 7: "an environment offering affection and security" - "home is where the heart is". But the context is about doing homework, scrutinizing report cards, which is about the physical location or the household environment, but more specifically the location "at home, not in school".
Let's go with sense 1.
Wait, "home" in "at home" is often sense 1.
Let's re-read sense 1: "where you live at a particular time".
Let's re-read sense 2: "housing that someone is living in".
"at home" -> place.
I will choose sense 1.
Wait, let's think if sense 1 is better than sense 2.
"deliver the package to my home" -> location.
"at home" -> location.
Yes, sense 1.
Let's double check.
"Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school."
"home" = place where you live.
Sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: see
Target surface form: see
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should <t>see</t> to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=see%2:39:00:: | definition=perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight | examples=You have to be a good observer to see all the details; Can you see the bird in that tree?
2. sense_key=see%2:31:01:: | definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | synonyms=understand, realize, realise | examples=Now I see!; I just can't see your point
3. sense_key=see%2:39:02:: | definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | synonyms=witness, find | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school
4. sense_key=see%2:36:00:: | definition=imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind | synonyms=visualize, visualise, envision, project, fancy, figure | examples=I can't see him on horseback!; I can see what will happen
5. sense_key=see%2:31:00:: | definition=deem to be | synonyms=consider, reckon, view, regard | examples=She views this quite differently from me; I consider her to be shallow
6. sense_key=see%2:31:02:: | definition=get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally | synonyms=learn, hear, get word, get wind, pick up, find out | examples=I learned that she has two grown-up children; I see that you have been promoted
7. sense_key=see%2:39:03:: | definition=see or watch | synonyms=watch, view, catch, take in | examples=view a show on television; This program will be seen all over the world
8. sense_key=see%2:38:00:: | definition=come together | synonyms=meet, run into, encounter, run across, come across | examples=I'll probably see you at the meeting; How nice to see you again!
9. sense_key=see%2:32:00:: | definition=find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort | synonyms=determine, check, find out, ascertain, watch, learn | examples=I want to see whether she speaks French; See whether it works
10. sense_key=see%2:31:03:: | definition=be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something | synonyms=check, insure, see to it, ensure, control, ascertain | examples=He verified that the valves were closed; See that the curtains are closed
11. sense_key=see%2:41:11:: | definition=go to see for professional or business reasons | examples=You should see a lawyer; We had to see a psychiatrist
12. sense_key=see%2:41:12:: | definition=go to see for a social visit | examples=I went to see my friend Mary the other day
13. sense_key=see%2:41:10:: | definition=go to see a place, as for entertainment | synonyms=visit | examples=We went to see the Eiffel Tower in the morning
14. sense_key=see%2:41:14:: | definition=take charge of or deal with | synonyms=attend, take care, look | examples=Could you see about lunch?; I must attend to this matter
15. sense_key=see%2:35:09:: | definition=receive as a specified guest | examples=the doctor will see you now; The minister doesn't see anybody before noon
16. sense_key=see%2:41:00:: | definition=date regularly; have a steady relationship with | synonyms=go steady, go out, date | examples=Did you know that she is seeing an older man?; He is dating his former wife again!
17. sense_key=see%2:39:05:: | definition=see and understand, have a good eye | examples=The artist must first learn to see
18. sense_key=see%2:31:08:: | definition=deliberate or decide | examples=See whether you can come tomorrow; let's see--which movie should we see tonight?
19. sense_key=see%2:39:11:: | definition=observe as if with an eye | examples=The camera saw the burglary and recorded it
20. sense_key=see%2:39:13:: | definition=observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect | synonyms=examine | examples=The customs agent examined the baggage; I must see your passport before you can enter the country
21. sense_key=see%2:39:12:: | definition=go or live through | synonyms=experience, go through | examples=We had many trials to go through; he saw action in Viet Nam
22. sense_key=see%2:38:03:: | definition=accompany or escort | synonyms=escort | examples=I'll see you to the door
23. sense_key=see%2:33:00:: | definition=match or meet | examples=I saw the bet of one of my fellow players
24. sense_key=see%2:31:13:: | definition=make sense of; assign a meaning to | synonyms=interpret, construe | examples=What message do you see in this letter?; How do you interpret his behavior?

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "see" in the context: "They should <t>see</t> to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
The phrase is "see to it".
Let's look at the candidate senses.
Sense 10: sense_key=see%2:31:03:: | definition=be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something | synonyms=check, insure, see to it, ensure, control, ascertain | examples=He verified that the valves were closed; See that the curtains are closed
This perfectly matches "see to it".
Let's double check.
"see to it" is explicitly listed as a synonym in sense 10.
The context says "They should see to it that their kids do not play truant".
Sense 10 is the best match.
Index is 10.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: kid
Target surface form: kids
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their <t>kids</t> do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=kid%1:18:00:: | definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=child, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. sense_key=kid%1:27:00:: | definition=soft smooth leather from the hide of a young goat | synonyms=kidskin | examples=kid gloves
3. sense_key=kid%1:18:02:: | definition=English dramatist (1558-1594) | synonyms=Kyd, Thomas Kyd, Thomas Kid
4. sense_key=kid%1:18:01:: | definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=child | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
5. sense_key=kid%1:05:00:: | definition=young goat

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "kids" in the context: "They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
The context talks about parents, children, education, homework, report cards.
"kids" here means children, offspring.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. a young person of either sex (child, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry)
4. a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age (child) - examples: they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college.

Wait, sense 1 is "a young person of either sex" (child, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry).
Sense 4 is "a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age" (child). Examples: "they were able to send their kids to college".
In the context, "their kids" refers to their children (offspring). "Parents should be involved with their children's education at home... see to it that their kids do not play truant".
Is it sense 1 or sense 4?
"their kids" -> offspring. Sense 4 specifically mentions "a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age" and the example "they were able to send their kids to college" matches the possessive "their kids".
Let's check the context again: "their kids".
Sense 4: "a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age"
Sense 1: "a young person of either sex"
"their kids" strongly aligns with "human offspring" (sense 4).
Let's double check WordNet.
kid%1:18:01:: is "a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age"
kid%1:18:00:: is "a young person of either sex"
In the sentence: "They should see to it that their kids do not play truant"
"their kids" = their children.
Sense 4 is the best fit because it explicitly covers "human offspring" and the example "send their kids to college" is very similar to "their kids do not play truant".
I will choose sense 4.
Wait, let's look at the synonyms for sense 4: "child".
Synonyms for sense 1: "child, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry".
"their kids" -> offspring.
I'll go with 4.
Let's review the prompt: "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}."
So {"sense_index": 4}.
Let's confirm.
"their kids" -> offspring.
Yes, 4.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: play
Target surface form: play
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not <t>play</t> truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=play%2:33:00:: | definition=participate in games or sport | examples=We played hockey all afternoon; play cards
2. sense_key=play%2:41:12:: | definition=act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome | examples=This factor played only a minor part in his decision; This development played into her hands
3. sense_key=play%2:36:12:: | definition=play on an instrument | examples=The band played all night long
4. sense_key=play%2:36:02:: | definition=play a role or part | synonyms=act, represent | examples=Gielgud played Hamlet; She wants to act Lady Macbeth, but she is too young for the role
5. sense_key=play%2:41:03:: | definition=be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children | examples=The kids were playing outside all day; I used to play with trucks as a little girl
6. sense_key=play%2:36:00:: | definition=replay (as a melody) | synonyms=spiel | examples=Play it again, Sam; She played the third movement very beautifully
7. sense_key=play%2:36:01:: | definition=perform music on (a musical instrument) | examples=He plays the flute; Can you play on this old recorder?
8. sense_key=play%2:29:01:: | definition=pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | synonyms=act, act as | examples=He acted the idiot; She plays deaf when the news are bad
9. sense_key=play%2:38:00:: | definition=move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly | examples=The spotlights played on the politicians
10. sense_key=play%2:33:01:: | definition=bet or wager (money) | examples=He played $20 on the new horse; She plays the races
11. sense_key=play%2:41:00:: | definition=engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion | synonyms=recreate | examples=On weekends I play; The students all recreate alike
12. sense_key=play%2:36:06:: | definition=pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity | examples=Let's play like I am mommy; Play cowboy and Indians
13. sense_key=play%2:36:11:: | definition=emit recorded sound | examples=The tape was playing for hours; the stereo was playing Beethoven when I entered
14. sense_key=play%2:36:03:: | definition=perform on a certain location | examples=The prodigy played Carnegie Hall at the age of 16; She has been playing on Broadway for years
15. sense_key=play%2:33:03:: | definition=put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game | examples=He is playing his cards close to his chest; The Democrats still have some cards to play before they will concede the electoral victory
16. sense_key=play%2:29:00:: | definition=engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously | synonyms=toy | examples=They played games on their opponents; play the stock market
17. sense_key=play%2:41:02:: | definition=behave in a certain way | examples=play safe; play it safe
18. sense_key=play%2:36:05:: | definition=cause to emit recorded audio or video | synonyms=run | examples=They ran the tapes over and over again; I'll play you my favorite record
19. sense_key=play%2:35:00:: | definition=manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination | synonyms=toy, fiddle, diddle | examples=She played nervously with her wedding ring; Don't fiddle with the screws
20. sense_key=play%2:34:13:: | definition=use to one's advantage | examples=She plays on her clients' emotions
21. sense_key=play%2:31:01:: | definition=consider not very seriously | synonyms=dally, trifle | examples=He is trifling with her; She plays with the thought of moving to Tasmania
22. sense_key=play%2:42:00:: | definition=be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way | examples=This speech didn't play well with the American public; His remarks played to the suspicions of the committee
23. sense_key=play%2:41:13:: | definition=behave carelessly or indifferently | synonyms=dally, toy, flirt | examples=Play about with a young girl's affection
24. sense_key=play%2:38:03:: | definition=cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space | examples=The engine has a wheel that is playing in a rack
25. sense_key=play%2:36:10:: | definition=perform on a stage or theater | synonyms=act, roleplay, playact | examples=She acts in this play; He acted in `Julius Caesar'
26. sense_key=play%2:36:04:: | definition=be performed or presented for public viewing | examples=What's playing in the local movie theater?; `Cats' has been playing on Broadway for many years
27. sense_key=play%2:36:13:: | definition=cause to happen or to occur as a consequence | synonyms=bring, work, wreak, make for | examples=I cannot work a miracle; wreak havoc
28. sense_key=play%2:35:07:: | definition=discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream | examples=play water from a hose; The fountains played all day
29. sense_key=play%2:33:07:: | definition=make bets | examples=Play the races; play the casinos in Trouville
30. sense_key=play%2:33:08:: | definition=stake on the outcome of an issue | synonyms=bet, wager | examples=I bet $100 on that new horse; She played all her money on the dark horse
31. sense_key=play%2:33:09:: | definition=shoot or hit in a particular manner | examples=She played a good backhand last night
32. sense_key=play%2:33:13:: | definition=use or move | examples=I had to play my queen
33. sense_key=play%2:33:12:: | definition=employ in a game or in a specific position | examples=They played him on first base
34. sense_key=play%2:33:02:: | definition=contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle | synonyms=meet, encounter, take on | examples=Princeton plays Yale this weekend; Charlie likes to play Mary
35. sense_key=play%2:29:04:: | definition=exhaust by allowing to pull on the line | examples=play a hooked fish

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "play" in the context: "They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework..."
The phrase is "play truant".
Let's look at the candidate senses.
"play truant" means to pretend to be something or to act in a certain way, or perhaps to behave in a certain way.
Wait, "play truant" is an idiom meaning to skip school.
Let's check the senses:
8. sense_key=play%2:29:01:: | definition=pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | synonyms=act, act as | examples=He acted the idiot; She plays deaf when the news are bad
Wait, "play truant" means to act as a truant, or pretend to be a truant? No, it means to be a truant.
Let's check sense 8: "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind" -> "play deaf", "act the idiot". "play truant" fits "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind" or "act as".
Wait, could it be "play a role or part"?
Let's search for "play truant" in WordNet.
Is "play truant" under "play%2:29:01"?
"play truant" is often listed under "play" meaning "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind" or "act as".
Let's check sense 8: "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind" synonyms: act, act as. Examples: He acted the idiot; She plays deaf when the news are bad.
Wait, "play truant" is a specific phrase. Does it mean "pretend to be truant"? No, it means to be truant. But in WordNet, "play truant" might be an example of "play%2:29:01" or "play%2:41:02" (behave in a certain way: play safe, play it safe).
Let's consider "play truant". Truant is a state of mind or quality? No, it's a behavior.
Wait, let's look at sense 8: "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind".
Is there another sense?
"play truant" -> to act as a truant.
Let's check sense 8 again. "act, act as". "play truant" is a classic example of "play" meaning "act as" or "pretend to be".
Wait, could it be sense 8? Yes, "play truant" is often cited as an example of "play" meaning "act as" or "pretend to have certain qualities".
Let's check sense 8: "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind".
Let's check sense 4: "play a role or part".
Let's check sense 8 in WordNet: "play" (verb) - pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind. "He acted the idiot", "She plays deaf when the news are bad". "play truant" is a very common collocation for this sense.
Let's verify: "play truant" -> play (verb) -> pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind.
Yes, "play truant" is an example of sense 8.
Let's double check.
"play truant" = to act as a truant.
Sense 8: pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind.
Synonyms: act, act as.
I will choose sense 8.
Wait, let's review sense 8: "pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind".
Is "play truant" pretending? Well, you are acting the part of a truant.
Let's consider sense 8.
I am confident it is 8.
Another option: 17 "behave in a certain way" (play safe, play it safe). But "play truant" is more about "acting as" a truant.
Let's go with 8.
"play truant" is definitely under "play" meaning "act as" or "pretend to be".
Sense 8: play%2:29:01::
I will output 8.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: child
Target surface form: children
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the <t>children</t> spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=child%1:18:00:: | definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=kid, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. sense_key=child%1:18:01:: | definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=kid | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
3. sense_key=child%1:18:06:: | definition=an immature childish person | synonyms=baby | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived; stop being a baby!
4. sense_key=child%1:18:07:: | definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "children" in the context: "Parents 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. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
The context talks about parents and their children (offspring).
Sense 1: a young person of either sex.
Sense 2: a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age.
Sense 3: an immature childish person.
Sense 4: a member of a clan or tribe.

In the context, "their children" refers to the offspring of the parents.
Therefore, sense 2 is the best fit.
Let's double check. "they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college" matches "their children's education at home".
So sense 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: spend
Target surface form: spend
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children <t>spend</t> enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=spend%2:42:00:: | definition=pass time in a specific way | synonyms=pass | examples=how are you spending your summer vacation?
2. sense_key=spend%2:40:00:: | definition=pay out | synonyms=expend, drop | examples=spend money
3. sense_key=spend%2:40:01:: | definition=spend completely | examples=I spend my pocket money in two days

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "spend".
Context: "they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework"
The word "spend" is used with "time" ("spend enough time doing homework").
Sense 1: pass time in a specific way (synonyms: pass, examples: how are you spending your summer vacation?)
Sense 2: pay out (synonyms: expend, drop, examples: spend money)
Sense 3: spend completely (examples: I spend my pocket money in two days)

The context clearly refers to passing time in a specific way (doing homework).
Therefore, sense 1 is the best fit.
Let's double check.
"spend enough time" -> pass time in a specific way.
Sense 1 is correct.
JSON output: {"sense_index": 1}


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: time
Target surface form: time
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough <t>time</t> doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=time%1:11:00:: | definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | synonyms=clip | examples=this time he succeeded; he called four times
2. sense_key=time%1:28:05:: | definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses; I didn't have time to finish
3. sense_key=time%1:28:00:: | definition=an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) | examples=he waited a long time; the time of year for planting
4. sense_key=time%1:28:06:: | definition=a suitable moment | examples=it is time to go
5. sense_key=time%1:03:00:: | definition=the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past
6. sense_key=time%1:11:01:: | definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion | examples=he had a time holding back the tears; they had a good time together
7. sense_key=time%1:28:03:: | definition=a reading of a point in time as given by a clock | synonyms=clock time | examples=do you know what time it is?; the time is 10 o'clock
8. sense_key=time%1:28:04:: | definition=the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event | synonyms=fourth dimension
9. sense_key=time%1:07:01:: | definition=rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration | synonyms=meter, metre
10. sense_key=time%1:28:01:: | definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned | synonyms=prison term, sentence | examples=he served a prison term of 15 months; his sentence was 5 to 10 years

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "time" in the context: "they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework".
The context talks about spending a period of time doing homework.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. an instance or single occasion for some event
2. a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something (take time to smell the roses; I didn't have time to finish)
3. an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) (he waited a long time; the time of year for planting)
4. a suitable moment
5. the continuum of experience...
6. a person's experience on a particular occasion
7. a reading of a point in time as given by a clock
8. the fourth coordinate...
9. rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
10. the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned

"spend enough time doing homework" -> time as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something.
Sense 2: "a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something"
Examples: "take time to smell the roses; I didn't have time to finish"
This perfectly matches "spend enough time doing homework".

Let's double check sense 3: "an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities)". "he waited a long time". But "spend enough time" implies time as a resource. "I didn't have time to finish" is very similar to "spend enough time doing homework".

Therefore, sense 2 is the best fit.
Let's review the options.
Option 2: sense_key=time%1:28:05:: | definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses; I didn't have time to finish

Yes, "spend enough time" aligns with "time considered as a resource".
I will output {"sense_index": 2}.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: scrutinize
Target surface form: scrutinize
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should <t>scrutinize</t> the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=scrutinize%2:39:00:: | definition=to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail | synonyms=size up, take stock, scrutinise | examples=he scrutinized his likeness in the mirror
2. sense_key=scrutinize%2:31:00:: | definition=examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification | synonyms=audit, scrutinise, inspect | examples=audit accounts and tax returns

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "scrutinize".
Context: "they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=scrutinize%2:39:00:: | definition=to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail | synonyms=size up, take stock, scrutinise | examples=he scrutinized his likeness in the mirror
2. sense_key=scrutinize%2:31:00:: | definition=examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification | synonyms=audit, scrutinise, inspect | examples=audit accounts and tax returns

In the context, parents should "scrutinize the report card". This means examining it carefully for accuracy, checking grades, etc., which aligns with examining carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification (like auditing accounts).
Wait, "scrutinize the report card" - is it looking at critically/searchingly (1) or examining carefully for accuracy with intent of verification (2)?
Let's check the examples. "audit accounts and tax returns" is similar to "scrutinize the report card" (checking for accuracy, grades, etc.).
Wait, "scrutinize the report card" could be sense 1 or 2.
Let's look at the synonyms:
Sense 1: size up, take stock, scrutinise
Sense 2: audit, scrutinise, inspect

"inspect" and "audit" fit "scrutinize the report card" better than "size up" or "take stock".
Also, "examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification" perfectly matches checking a report card to see if the child is doing well, verifying their progress.
Let's consider sense 1: "to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail".
Is there a better fit?
"scrutinize the report card" -> examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification.
Let's choose 2.
Wait, let's re-read carefully: "they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card."
This is about checking the report card to verify the child's performance.
Sense 2: examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification.
I will go with 2.
Let's double check.
"scrutinize the report card" -> inspect, audit.
Yes, 2 is the best fit.
Another option: 1. "look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail".
But "audit" and "inspect" are closer to checking a report card.
I'll output 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: parent
Target surface form: parents
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If <t>parents</t> are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=parent%1:18:00:: | 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. sense_key=parent%1:03:00:: | definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "parents" in the context of "Parental involvement", "Parents 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."
The context clearly refers to human parents (fathers or mothers) of children in school.
Sense 1: a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian.
Sense 2: an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained.

Sense 1 is the best fit.
I will return {"sense_index": 1}.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: option
Target surface form: option
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the <t>option</t> of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=option%1:21:00:: | definition=the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited
2. sense_key=option%1:09:00:: | definition=one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen | synonyms=alternative, choice | examples=what option did I have?; there no other alternative
3. sense_key=option%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of choosing or selecting | synonyms=choice, selection, pick | examples=your choice of colors was unfortunate; you can take your pick

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "option" in the context: "If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another."
The context implies that parents have a choice or alternative to switch to another school.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. option%1:21:00:: - financial option (right to buy/sell property)
2. option%1:09:00:: - one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen (alternative, choice)
3. option%1:04:00:: - the act of choosing or selecting (choice, selection, pick)

In the context, "have the option of switching" means having the alternative or choice to switch. It refers to the thing that can be chosen (the alternative of switching), not the act of choosing itself.
Wait, "have the option of switching" -> "have the alternative of switching".
Sense 2: "one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen" (alternative, choice). Example: "what option did I have?", "there no other alternative".
Sense 3: "the act of choosing or selecting". Example: "your choice of colors was unfortunate".

"have the option of switching" -> "have the alternative of switching". This fits sense 2 perfectly.
Let's double check. "Option" as a choice/alternative.
Sense 2 is the best fit.
Context: "they should have the option of switching to another." -> they should have the alternative of switching to another.
Therefore, sense 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: switch
Target surface form: switching
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of <t>switching</t> to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=switch%2:30:03:: | definition=change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence | synonyms=switch over, exchange
2. sense_key=switch%2:40:00:: | definition=exchange or give (something) in exchange for | synonyms=trade, swap, swop
3. sense_key=switch%2:30:02:: | definition=lay aside, abandon, or leave for another | synonyms=shift, change | examples=switch to a different brand of beer; She switched psychiatrists
4. sense_key=switch%2:30:01:: | definition=make a shift in or exchange of | synonyms=change over, shift | examples=First Joe led; then we switched
5. sense_key=switch%2:35:00:: | definition=cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation | synonyms=throw, flip | examples=switch on the light; throw the lever
6. sense_key=switch%2:35:03:: | definition=flog with or as if with a flexible rod
7. sense_key=switch%2:30:00:: | definition=reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) | synonyms=interchange, tack, alternate, flip, flip-flop

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "switching" in the context: "If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another."
The context implies leaving one school for another, abandoning the current school for a different one.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence (switch over, exchange)
2. exchange or give (something) in exchange for (trade, swap, swop)
3. lay aside, abandon, or leave for another (shift, change) - examples: switch to a different brand of beer; She switched psychiatrists
4. make a shift in or exchange of (change over, shift) - examples: First Joe led; then we switched
5. cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation (throw, flip)
6. flog with or as if with a flexible rod
7. reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)

Sense 3 fits perfectly: "lay aside, abandon, or leave for another" with the example "switch to a different brand of beer; She switched psychiatrists". Here, parents switch to another school, leaving the current one.

Let's double check.
"switching to another" -> "switch to a different brand of beer" -> sense 3.
Sense 3 is the best match.
Sense index: 3.
JSON format: {"sense_index": 3}


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: community
Target surface form: Community
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "<t>Community</t> involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=community%1:14:00:: | definition=a group of people living in a particular local area | examples=the team is drawn from all parts of the community
2. sense_key=community%1:21:00:: | definition=common ownership | examples=they shared a community of possessions
3. sense_key=community%1:14:04:: | definition=a group of nations having common interests | examples=they hoped to join the NATO community
4. sense_key=community%1:26:00:: | definition=agreement as to goals | synonyms=community of interests | examples=the preachers and the bootleggers found they had a community of interests
5. sense_key=community%1:15:00:: | definition=a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences | synonyms=residential district, residential area
6. sense_key=community%1:14:02:: | definition=(ecology) a group of interdependent organisms inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other | synonyms=biotic community

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "Community" in the context: "Community involvement is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive."
The context discusses "Parental involvement" and "Community involvement" in education.
"Community" here refers to a group of people living in a particular local area (e.g., the local community of New York City).
Let's check the candidate senses:
1. sense_key=community%1:14:00:: | definition=a group of people living in a particular local area | examples=the team is drawn from all parts of the community
2. sense_key=community%1:21:00:: | definition=common ownership
3. sense_key=community%1:14:04:: | definition=a group of nations having common interests
4. sense_key=community%1:26:00:: | definition=agreement as to goals
5. sense_key=community%1:15:00:: | definition=a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences
6. sense_key=community%1:14:02:: | definition=(ecology) a group of interdependent organisms inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other

Sense 1 fits best: "a group of people living in a particular local area". The context mentions "New York City", which is a local area, and "Community involvement" refers to the involvement of the people living in that area.

Let's double check.
"Community involvement" -> involvement of the local community (people living in a particular local area).
Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Sense 5 is "a district where people live", but "Community involvement" refers to the people, not the district itself.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the best.
Index: 1.
End of thought.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: even
Target surface form: even
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an <t>even</t> worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=even%4:02:00:: | definition=used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that; declined even to consider the idea
2. sense_key=even%4:02:03:: | definition=in spite of; notwithstanding | examples=even when he is sick, he works; even with his head start she caught up with him
3. sense_key=even%4:02:01:: | definition=to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | synonyms=yet, still | examples=looked sick and felt even worse; an even (or still) more interesting problem
4. sense_key=even%4:02:04:: | definition=to the full extent | examples=loyal even unto death

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "even" in the context: "Community involvement is an even worse idea."
The word "even" modifies "worse", which is a comparative adjective.
Sense 3: "to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons" (synonyms: yet, still; examples: looked sick and felt even worse; an even (or still) more interesting problem).
This perfectly matches "even worse".
Therefore, the best sense is 3.
I will return {"sense_index": 3}.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: worse
Target surface form: worse
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even <t>worse</t> idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=worse%3:00:00:: | definition=(comparative of `bad') inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability | examples=this road is worse than the first one we took; the road is in worse shape than it was
2. sense_key=worse%3:00:02:: | definition=changed for the worse in health or fitness | synonyms=worsened | examples=I feel worse today; her cold is worse
3. sense_key=bad%3:00:00:: | definition=having undesirable or negative qualities | synonyms=bad | examples=a bad report card; his sloppy appearance made a bad impression
4. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:intense:00 | definition=very intense | synonyms=bad, big | examples=a bad headache; in a big rage
5. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:uncomfortable:00 | definition=feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') | synonyms=bad, tough | examples=my throat feels bad; she felt bad all over
6. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:stale:00 | definition=(of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition | synonyms=bad, spoiled, spoilt | examples=bad meat; a refrigerator full of spoilt food
7. sense_key=regretful%3:00:00:: | definition=feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone | synonyms=regretful, sorry, bad | examples=felt regretful over his vanished youth; regretful over mistakes she had made
8. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:invalid:00 | definition=not capable of being collected | synonyms=bad, uncollectible | examples=a bad (or uncollectible) debt
9. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:inferior:02 | definition=below average in quality or performance | synonyms=bad | examples=a bad chess player; a bad recital
10. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:nonstandard:03 | definition=nonstandard | synonyms=bad | examples=so-called bad grammar
11. sense_key=bad%5:00:02:unsound:00 | definition=not financially safe or secure | synonyms=bad, risky, high-risk, speculative | examples=a bad investment; high risk investments
12. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:unhealthy:00 | definition=physically unsound or diseased | synonyms=bad, unfit, unsound | examples=has a bad back; a bad heart
13. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:harmful:00 | definition=capable of harming | synonyms=bad | examples=bad air; smoking is bad for you
14. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:evil:00 | definition=characterized by wickedness or immorality | synonyms=bad | examples=led a very bad life
15. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:counterfeit:00 | definition=reproduced fraudulently | synonyms=bad, forged | examples=like a bad penny...; a forged twenty dollar bill
16. sense_key=bad%5:00:00:malfunctioning:00 | definition=not working properly | synonyms=bad, defective | examples=a bad telephone connection; a defective appliance

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "worse".
Context: "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive.
The word "worse" is the comparative of "bad".
Sense 1: (comparative of `bad') inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability. Examples: this road is worse than the first one we took; the road is in worse shape than it was.
Sense 2: changed for the worse in health or fitness.
The context says "an even worse idea", meaning it is more inferior in desirability or quality than the previous idea ("Parental involvement is a bad idea").
Therefore, sense 1 is the best fit.
Let's double check.
"an even worse idea" -> comparative of bad, inferior in desirability.
Sense 1 matches perfectly.
Sense index: 1.
End of thought.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: idea
Target surface form: idea
Context:
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 limitations of their children. Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse <t>idea</t>. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=idea%1:09:00:: | 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. sense_key=idea%1:09:01:: | 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. sense_key=idea%1:09:03:: | definition=a personal view | examples=he has an idea that we don't like him
4. sense_key=idea%1:09:02:: | 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. sense_key=idea%1:10:00:: | 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

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "idea" in the context: "Community involvement "is an even worse <t>idea</t>."
The context discusses "Parental involvement" as a "bad idea" and "Community involvement" as an "even worse idea".
This refers to a plan, intention, or concept of doing something.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. idea%1:09:00:: the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about (synonyms: thought). Example: "it was not a good idea"
2. idea%1:09:01:: your intention; what you intend to do (synonyms: mind). Example: "the idea of the game is to capture all the pieces"
3. idea%1:09:03:: a personal view. Example: "he has an idea that we don't like him"
4. idea%1:09:02:: an approximate calculation.
5. idea%1:10:00:: (music) melodic subject.

"Parental involvement is a bad idea" matches "it was not a good idea" from sense 1.
Sense 1: "the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about" -> "it was not a good idea"
Wait, "idea" as a plan or proposal.
Let's check sense 1: "it was not a good idea" is explicitly the example for sense 1.
"Parental involvement is a bad idea" -> "it was not a good idea".
Therefore, sense 1 is the best match.
Let's double check.
Sense 1: idea%1:09:00:: | 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
Context: "Parental involvement "is a bad idea. ... "Community involvement "is an even worse idea."
This perfectly aligns with "it was not a good idea".
So sense 1.
End of reasoning.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: here
Target surface form: Here
Context:
Parents 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. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. <t>Here</t>, the experience of New York City is decisive. Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=here%4:02:00:: | definition=in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is | examples=I work here; turn here
2. sense_key=here%4:02:02:: | definition=in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail | examples=what do we have here?; here I must disagree
3. sense_key=here%4:02:01:: | definition=to this place (especially toward the speaker) | synonyms=hither | examples=come here, please
4. sense_key=here%4:02:04:: | definition=at this time; now | examples=we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "Here" in the context: "If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive."
The word "Here" refers to "in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail" (i.e., regarding the idea of community involvement).
Let's check the candidate senses:
1. in or at this place (physical location)
2. in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail
3. to this place
4. at this time; now

"Here, the experience of New York City is decisive." means "In this respect / on this point, the experience of New York City is decisive."
This matches sense 2: "in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail".

Let's double check.
"Here, the experience of New York City is decisive." -> "In this respect, the experience of New York City is decisive."
Sense 2 is the best fit.
Sense index: 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: locally
Target surface form: Locally
Context:
Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive. <t>Locally</t> elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians. New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of school governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=locally%4:02:00:: | definition=by a particular locality | examples=it was locally decided
2. sense_key=locally%4:02:01:: | definition=to a restricted area of the body | synonyms=topically | examples=apply this medicine topically

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "Locally" in the context: "Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians."
The context talks about school boards elected by a particular locality (local politicians, larger cities).
Sense 1: by a particular locality (e.g., it was locally decided).
Sense 2: to a restricted area of the body (e.g., apply this medicine topically).

Sense 1 is clearly the correct sense.
I will return {"sense_index": 1}.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: especially
Target surface form: especially
Context:
Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive. Locally elected school boards, <t>especially</t> in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians. New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of school governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=especially%4:02:00:: | definition=to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | synonyms=particularly, peculiarly, specially | examples=he was particularly fussy about spelling; a particularly gruesome attack
2. sense_key=especially%4:02:01:: | definition=in a special manner | synonyms=specially | examples=a specially arranged dinner

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "especially".
Context: "Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians."
Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=especially%4:02:00:: | definition=to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | synonyms=particularly, peculiarly, specially | examples=he was particularly fussy about spelling; a particularly gruesome attack
2. sense_key=especially%4:02:01:: | definition=in a special manner | synonyms=specially | examples=a specially arranged dinner

In the context, "especially in our larger cities" means "to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common" (i.e., particularly in our larger cities).
Sense 1 fits perfectly.
Sense 2 means "in a special manner", which doesn't fit the context.

Therefore, the best indexed sense is 1.
I will return {"sense_index": 1}.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: city
Target surface form: cities
Context:
Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive. Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger <t>cities</t>, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians. New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of school governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=city%1:15:00:: | definition=a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts | synonyms=metropolis, urban center | examples=Ancient Troy was a great city
2. sense_key=city%1:15:01:: | definition=an incorporated administrative district established by state charter | examples=the city raised the tax rate
3. sense_key=city%1:14:00:: | definition=people living in a large densely populated municipality | synonyms=metropolis | examples=the city voted for Republicans in 1994

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "cities" in the context: "Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians."
The context talks about "larger cities" as urban areas, specifically mentioning New York City and Chicago.
Sense 1: a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts. Synonyms: metropolis, urban center. Example: Ancient Troy was a great city.
Sense 2: an incorporated administrative district established by state charter. Example: the city raised the tax rate.
Sense 3: people living in a large densely populated municipality. Example: the city voted for Republicans in 1994.

"larger cities" refers to the urban areas themselves, not the people (Sense 3) or specifically the administrative district as a legal entity (Sense 2), but rather the large urban areas (Sense 1). "larger cities" -> large and densely populated urban area.
Let's double check. "especially in our larger cities" -> large urban areas.
Sense 1 fits best.
Context: "Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey..."
"larger cities" = large urban areas.
Sense 1: a large and densely populated urban area.
I will choose sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: become
Target surface form: become
Context:
Parents should be involved with their children's education at home, not in school. They should see to it that their kids do not play truant; they should make certain that the children spend enough time doing homework; they should scrutinize the report card. If parents are dissatisfied with a school, they should have the option of switching to another. -- "Community involvement "is an even worse idea. Here, the experience of New York City is decisive. Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, <t>become</t> the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians. New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of school governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=become%2:30:00:: | definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=go, get | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news; It must be getting more serious
2. sense_key=become%2:42:01:: | definition=undergo a change or development | synonyms=turn | examples=The water turned into ice; Her former friend became her worst enemy
3. sense_key=become%2:42:00:: | definition=come into existence | examples=What becomes has duration
4. sense_key=become%2:42:03:: | definition=enhance the appearance of | synonyms=suit | examples=Mourning becomes Electra; This behavior doesn't suit you!

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
The target word is "become" in the context: "Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be politicians."
The sense is "enter or assume a certain state or condition" (e.g., become the prey).
Let's check the candidate senses:
1. sense_key=become%2:30:00:: | definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=go, get | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news; It must be getting more serious
2. sense_key=become%2:42:01:: | definition=undergo a change or development | synonyms=turn | examples=The water turned into ice; Her former friend became her worst enemy
3. sense_key=become%2:42:00:: | definition=come into existence | examples=What becomes has duration
4. sense_key=become%2:42:03:: | definition=enhance the appearance of | synonyms=suit | examples=Mourning becomes Electra; This behavior doesn't suit you!

Wait, "become the prey" means they enter or assume the state of being the prey.
Sense 1: enter or assume a certain state or condition.
Sense 2: undergo a change or development.
Let's see: "become the prey" -> "get" or "go" the prey? No, "become" here is a copular verb meaning "enter or assume a certain state or condition".
Wait, sense 1 is "enter or assume a certain state or condition".
Let's check WordNet for "become".
Sense 1: enter or assume a certain state or condition. "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news"
Sense 2: undergo a change or development. "The water turned into ice"
In this context, "become the prey" means they enter the state of being the prey.
Is it sense 1? Yes.
Let's double check. "become the prey" -> assume the state of being the prey.
Sense 1 fits perfectly.
Let's review the options.
1. sense_key=become%2:30:00::
2. sense_key=become%2:42:01::
3. sense_key=become%2:42:00::
4. sense_key=become%2:42:03::

"become the prey" -> enter or assume a certain state or condition.
I will choose 1.
End of thought.