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

Sentence: Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local <t>politicians</t> or would-be politicians.

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


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

Sentence: Locally elected school boards, especially in our larger cities, become the prey of ambitious, generally corrupt, and invariably demagogic local politicians or would-be <t>politicians</t>.

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

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

currency: USD

source: unavailable


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

Sentence: New York is in the <t>process</t> 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.

Senses:
1. definition=a particular course of action intended to achieve a result | examples=the procedure of obtaining a driver's license
2. definition=(psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents | examples=the process of thinking
3. definition=a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant
4. definition=a mental process that you are not directly aware of | examples=the process of denial
5. definition=a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant | examples=a bony process
6. definition=a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states | examples=events now in process

raw_output:
The correct sense of "process" in the given sentence is:

6. definition=a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states | examples=events now in process


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

Sentence: New York is in the <t>process</t> 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.

Senses:
1. definition=a particular course of action intended to achieve a result | examples=the procedure of obtaining a driver's license
2. definition=(psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents | examples=the process of thinking
3. definition=a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant
4. definition=a mental process that you are not directly aware of | examples=the process of denial
5. definition=a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant | examples=a bony process
6. definition=a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states | examples=events now in process

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "process" in the given sentence is:

6. definition=a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states | examples=events now in process

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 6. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: New York is in the process of <t>trying</t> 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.

Senses:
1. definition=make an effort or attempt | examples=He tried to shake off his fears
2. definition=put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to | examples=This approach has been tried with good results
3. definition=put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of | examples=The football star was tried for the murder of his wife
4. definition=take a sample of | examples=Try these new crackers
5. definition=examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process | examples=The jury had heard all the evidence
6. definition=give pain or trouble to | examples=I've been sorely tried by these students
7. definition=test the limits of | examples=You are trying my patience!
8. definition=melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities | examples=try the yak butter
9. definition=put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice | examples=Try on this sweater to see how it looks


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

Sentence: New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this <t>system</t> of school governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Senses:
1. definition=instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity | examples=he bought a new stereo system
2. definition=a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole | examples=a vast system of production and distribution and consumption keep the country going
3. definition=(physical chemistry) a sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium | examples=in a static system oil cannot be replaced by water on a surface
4. definition=a complex of methods or rules governing behavior | examples=they have to operate under a system they oppose
5. definition=an organized structure for arranging or classifying | examples=he changed the arrangement of the topics
6. definition=a group of physiologically or anatomically related organs or parts | examples=the body has a system of organs for digestion
7. definition=a procedure or process for obtaining an objective | examples=they had to devise a system that did not depend on cooperation
8. definition=the living body considered as made up of interdependent components forming a unified whole | examples=exercise helped him get the alcohol out of his system
9. definition=an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized | examples=his compulsive organization was not an endearing quality


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

Sentence: New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of <t>school</t> governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Senses:
1. definition=an educational institution | examples=the school was founded in 1900
2. definition=a building where young people receive education | examples=the school was built in 1932
3. definition=the process of being formally educated at a school | examples=what will you do when you finish school?
4. definition=a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers | examples=the Venetian school of painting
5. definition=the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session | examples=stay after school
6. definition=an educational institution's faculty and students | examples=the school keeps parents informed
7. definition=a large group of fish | examples=a school of small glittering fish swam by

raw_output:
The correct sense is **7**.

The sentence refers to "a system of school governance," which aligns with the definition of a large group (in this case, a system or collective) rather than an individual institution or building.


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

Sentence: New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of <t>school</t> governance, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Senses:
1. definition=an educational institution | examples=the school was founded in 1900
2. definition=a building where young people receive education | examples=the school was built in 1932
3. definition=the process of being formally educated at a school | examples=what will you do when you finish school?
4. definition=a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers | examples=the Venetian school of painting
5. definition=the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session | examples=stay after school
6. definition=an educational institution's faculty and students | examples=the school keeps parents informed
7. definition=a large group of fish | examples=a school of small glittering fish swam by

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **7**.

The sentence refers to "a system of school governance," which aligns with the definition of a large group (in this case, a system or collective) rather than an individual institution or building.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 7. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: New York is in the process of trying to disengage itself from a 20-year-old commitment to this system of school <t>governance</t>, even as Chicago and other cities are moving to institute it.

Senses:
1. definition=the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something | examples=he claims that the present administration is corrupt
2. definition=the act of governing; exercising authority | examples=regulations for the governing of state prisons


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

Sentence: 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 <t>other</t> cities are moving to institute it.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail


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

Sentence: 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 <t>cities</t> are moving to institute it.

Senses:
1. definition=a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts | examples=Ancient Troy was a great city
2. definition=an incorporated administrative district established by state charter | examples=the city raised the tax rate
3. definition=people living in a large densely populated municipality | examples=the city voted for Republicans in 1994


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

Sentence: 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 <t>institute</t> it.

Senses:
1. definition=set up or lay the groundwork for | examples=establish a new department
2. definition=advance or set forth in court; , | examples=bring charges


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

Sentence: -- In <t>most</t> states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make things worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number | examples=who has the most apples?
2. definition=the superlative of `much' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning the greatest in amount or extent or degree | examples=made the most money he could

raw_output:
The correct sense is **2**.

The sentence uses "most" as a superlative quantifier with a mass noun ("expenditures"), meaning the greatest in amount or extent.


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

Sentence: -- In <t>most</t> states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make things worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number | examples=who has the most apples?
2. definition=the superlative of `much' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning the greatest in amount or extent or degree | examples=made the most money he could

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **2**.

The sentence uses "most" as a superlative quantifier with a mass noun ("expenditures"), meaning the greatest in amount or extent.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 2. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing <t>expenditures</t> on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make things worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=money paid out; an amount spent
2. definition=the act of spending money for goods or services
3. definition=the act of consuming something


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on <t>education</t>, in our current circumstances, will probably make things worse, not better.

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


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current <t>circumstances</t>, will probably make things worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity
2. definition=the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event | examples=the historical context
3. definition=information that should be kept in mind when making a decision | examples=another consideration is the time it would take
4. definition=formal ceremony about important occasions | examples=pomp and circumstance


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will <t>probably</t> make things worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=with considerable certainty; without much doubt | examples=He is probably out of the country
2. definition=easy to believe on the basis of available evidence | examples=he talked plausibly before the committee


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably <t>make</t> things worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=engage in | examples=make love, not war
2. definition=give certain properties to something | examples=get someone mad
3. definition=make or cause to be or to become | examples=make a mess in one's office
4. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
5. definition=give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally | examples=cause a commotion
6. definition=create or manufacture a man-made product | examples=We produce more cars than we can sell
7. definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | examples=I draw a line here
8. definition=compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way | examples=People cannot be made to integrate just by passing a law!
9. definition=create by artistic means | examples=create a poem
10. definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?
11. definition=create or design, often in a certain way | examples=Do my room in blue
12. definition=to compose or represent: | examples=This wall forms the background of the stage setting
13. definition=reach a goal, e.g., | examples=make the first team
14. definition=be or be capable of being changed or made into | examples=He makes a great host
15. definition=make by shaping or bringing together constituents | examples=make a dress
16. definition=perform or carry out | examples=make a decision
17. definition=make by combining materials and parts | examples=this little pig made his house out of straw
18. definition=change from one form into another | examples=make water into wine
19. definition=act in a certain way so as to acquire | examples=make friends
20. definition=charge with a function; charge to be | examples=She was named Head of the Committee
21. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
22. definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | examples=We hit Detroit by noon
23. definition=institute, enact, or establish | examples=make laws
24. definition=carry out or commit | examples=make a mistake
25. definition=form by assembling individuals or constituents | examples=Make a quorum
26. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
27. definition=put in order or neaten | examples=make the bed
28. definition=head into a specified direction | examples=The escaped convict took to the hills
29. definition=have a bowel movement | examples=The dog had made in the flower beds
30. definition=undergo fabrication or creation | examples=This wool makes into a nice sweater
31. definition=be suitable for | examples=Wood makes good furniture
32. definition=add up to | examples=four and four make eight
33. definition=amount to | examples=This salary increase makes no difference to my standard of living
34. definition=constitute the essence of | examples=Clothes make the man
35. definition=appear to begin an activity | examples=He made to speak but said nothing in the end
36. definition=proceed along a path | examples=work one's way through the crowd
37. definition=reach in time | examples=We barely made the plane
38. definition=gather and light the materials for | examples=make a fire
39. definition=prepare for eating by applying heat | examples=Cook me dinner, please
40. definition=induce to have sex | examples=Harry finally seduced Sally
41. definition=assure the success of | examples=A good review by this critic will make your play!
42. definition=represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like | examples=She makes like an actress
43. definition=consider as being | examples=It wasn't the problem some people made it
44. definition=calculate as being | examples=I make the height about 100 feet
45. definition=cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable | examples=make my day
46. definition=favor the development of | examples=Practice makes the winner
47. definition=develop into | examples=He will make a splendid father!
48. definition=behave in a certain way | examples=make merry
49. definition=eliminate urine | examples=Again, the cat had made on the expensive rug


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make <t>things</t> worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=a special situation | examples=this thing has got to end
2. definition=an action | examples=how could you do such a thing?
3. definition=a special abstraction | examples=a thing of the spirit
4. definition=an artifact | examples=how does this thing work?
5. definition=an event | examples=a funny thing happened on the way to the...
6. definition=a vaguely specified concern | examples=several matters to attend to
7. definition=a statement regarded as an object | examples=to say the same thing in other terms
8. definition=an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was
9. definition=any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence | examples=the thing I like about her is ...
10. definition=a special objective | examples=the thing is to stay in bounds
11. definition=a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion | examples=he has a thing about seafood
12. definition=a separate and self-contained entity

raw_output:
The correct sense of "thing" in the given sentence is:

6. definition=a vaguely specified concern | examples=several matters to attend to

The number is: **6**


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make <t>things</t> worse, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=a special situation | examples=this thing has got to end
2. definition=an action | examples=how could you do such a thing?
3. definition=a special abstraction | examples=a thing of the spirit
4. definition=an artifact | examples=how does this thing work?
5. definition=an event | examples=a funny thing happened on the way to the...
6. definition=a vaguely specified concern | examples=several matters to attend to
7. definition=a statement regarded as an object | examples=to say the same thing in other terms
8. definition=an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was
9. definition=any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence | examples=the thing I like about her is ...
10. definition=a special objective | examples=the thing is to stay in bounds
11. definition=a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion | examples=he has a thing about seafood
12. definition=a separate and self-contained entity

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "thing" in the given sentence is:

6. definition=a vaguely specified concern | examples=several matters to attend to

The number is: **6**

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 12. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make things <t>worse</t>, not better.

Senses:
1. definition=(comparative of `bad') inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability | examples=this road is worse than the first one we took
2. definition=changed for the worse in health or fitness | examples=I feel worse today
3. definition=having undesirable or negative qualities | examples=a bad report card
4. definition=very intense | examples=a bad headache
5. definition=feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') | examples=my throat feels bad
6. definition=(of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition | examples=bad meat
7. definition=feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone | examples=felt regretful over his vanished youth
8. definition=not capable of being collected | examples=a bad (or uncollectible) debt
9. definition=below average in quality or performance | examples=a bad chess player
10. definition=nonstandard | examples=so-called bad grammar
11. definition=not financially safe or secure | examples=a bad investment
12. definition=physically unsound or diseased | examples=has a bad back
13. definition=capable of harming | examples=bad air
14. definition=characterized by wickedness or immorality | examples=led a very bad life
15. definition=reproduced fraudulently | examples=like a bad penny...
16. definition=not working properly | examples=a bad telephone connection


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

Sentence: -- In most states, increasing expenditures on education, in our current circumstances, will probably make things worse, not <t>better</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=(comparative of `good') superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another | examples=You're a better man than I am, Gunga Din
2. definition=(comparative of `good') changed for the better in health or fitness | examples=her health is better now
3. definition=(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable | examples=it would be better to speak to him
4. definition=more than half | examples=argued for the better part of an hour
5. definition=having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified | examples=good news from the hospital
6. definition=having the normally expected amount | examples=gives full measure
7. definition=morally admirable
8. definition=deserving of esteem and respect | examples=all respectable companies give guarantees
9. definition=promoting or enhancing well-being | examples=an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries
10. definition=agreeable or pleasing | examples=we all had a good time
11. definition=of moral excellence | examples=a genuinely good person
12. definition=having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude | examples=adept in handicrafts
13. definition=thorough | examples=had a good workout
14. definition=with or in a close or intimate relationship | examples=a good friend
15. definition=financially sound | examples=a good investment
16. definition=most suitable or right for a particular purpose | examples=a good time to plant tomatoes
17. definition=resulting favorably | examples=it's a good thing that I wasn't there
18. definition=exerting force or influence | examples=the law is effective immediately
19. definition=capable of pleasing | examples=good looks
20. definition=appealing to the mind | examples=good music
21. definition=in excellent physical condition | examples=good teeth
22. definition=tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health | examples=beneficial effects of a balanced diet
23. definition=not forged | examples=a good dollar bill
24. definition=not left to spoil | examples=the meat is still good
25. definition=generally admired | examples=good taste
26. definition=in good health especially after having suffered illness or injury | examples=appears to be entirely well
27. definition=resulting favorably | examples=it's a good thing that I wasn't there
28. definition=wise or advantageous and hence advisable | examples=it would be well to start early


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

Sentence: The <t>reason</t> is simple: Education takes place in the classroom, where the influence of money is minimal.

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

raw_output:
The correct sense is **2**.

The sentence provides an explanation of why education takes place in the classroom (minimal influence of money), which aligns with sense 2: "an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon."


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

Sentence: The <t>reason</t> is simple: Education takes place in the classroom, where the influence of money is minimal.

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

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **2**.

The sentence provides an explanation of why education takes place in the classroom (minimal influence of money), which aligns with sense 2: "an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon."

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 6. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: The reason is <t>simple</t>: Education takes place in the classroom, where the influence of money is minimal.

Senses:
1. definition=having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved | examples=a simple problem
2. definition=easy and not involved or complicated | examples=an elementary problem in statistics
3. definition=apart from anything else; without additions or modifications | examples=only the bare facts
4. definition=exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity | examples=childlike trust
5. definition=lacking mental capacity and subtlety
6. definition=(botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions
7. definition=unornamented | examples=a simple country schoolhouse

raw_output:
The correct sense of "simple" in the given sentence is **2**.

The sentence implies that the reason is easy to understand and not complicated, which aligns with the definition: "easy and not involved or complicated."


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

Sentence: The reason is <t>simple</t>: Education takes place in the classroom, where the influence of money is minimal.

Senses:
1. definition=having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved | examples=a simple problem
2. definition=easy and not involved or complicated | examples=an elementary problem in statistics
3. definition=apart from anything else; without additions or modifications | examples=only the bare facts
4. definition=exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity | examples=childlike trust
5. definition=lacking mental capacity and subtlety
6. definition=(botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions
7. definition=unornamented | examples=a simple country schoolhouse

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "simple" in the given sentence is **2**.

The sentence implies that the reason is easy to understand and not complicated, which aligns with the definition: "easy and not involved or complicated."

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 7. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: The reason is simple: <t>Education</t> takes place in the classroom, where the influence of money is minimal.

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


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

Sentence: The reason is simple: Education takes place in the classroom, where the <t>influence</t> of money is minimal.

Senses:
1. definition=a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc | examples=used her parents' influence to get the job
2. definition=causing something without any direct or apparent effort
3. definition=a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do | examples=her wishes had a great influence on his thinking
4. definition=the effect of one thing (or person) on another | examples=the influence of mechanical action
5. definition=one having power to influence another | examples=she was the most important influence in my life


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

Sentence: The reason is simple: Education takes place in the classroom, where the influence of <t>money</t> is minimal.

Senses:
1. definition=the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender | examples=we tried to collect the money he owed us
2. definition=wealth reckoned in terms of money | examples=all his money is in real estate
3. definition=the official currency issued by a government or national bank | examples=he changed his money into francs


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

Sentence: <t>Decades</t> of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of 10 years
2. definition=the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system


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

Sentence: Decades of <t>educational</t> research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

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


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research <t>tell</t> us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=let something be known | examples=Tell them that you will be late
3. definition=narrate or give a detailed account of | examples=Tell what happened
4. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
5. definition=discern or comprehend | examples=He could tell that she was unhappy
6. definition=inform positively and with certainty and confidence | examples=I tell you that man is a crook!
7. definition=give evidence | examples=he was telling on all his former colleague
8. definition=mark as different | examples=We distinguish several kinds of maple

raw_output:
The correct sense is **6**.

The sentence uses "tell" to convey that research provides certain and confident information about the effect of class size on academic performance.


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research <t>tell</t> us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=let something be known | examples=Tell them that you will be late
3. definition=narrate or give a detailed account of | examples=Tell what happened
4. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
5. definition=discern or comprehend | examples=He could tell that she was unhappy
6. definition=inform positively and with certainty and confidence | examples=I tell you that man is a crook!
7. definition=give evidence | examples=he was telling on all his former colleague
8. definition=mark as different | examples=We distinguish several kinds of maple

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **6**.

The sentence uses "tell" to convey that research provides certain and confident information about the effect of class size on academic performance.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 8. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that <t>even</t> smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

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

raw_output:
The correct sense is **1**.

1. definition=used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that <t>even</t> smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

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

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **1**.

1. definition=used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 4. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller <t>classes</t> have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=a collection of things sharing a common attribute | examples=there are two classes of detergents
2. definition=a body of students who are taught together | examples=early morning classes are always sleepy
3. definition=people having the same social, economic, or educational status | examples=the working class
4. definition=education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings | examples=he took a course in basket weaving
5. definition=a league ranked by quality | examples=he played baseball in class D for two years
6. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97
7. definition=(biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more orders
8. definition=elegance in dress or behavior | examples=she has a lot of class


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero <t>effect</t> on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
2. definition=an outward appearance | examples=he made a good impression
3. definition=an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived) | examples=he just did it for effect
4. definition=the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
5. definition=(of a law) having legal validity | examples=the law is still in effect
6. definition=a symptom caused by an illness or a drug | examples=the effects of sleep loss


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the <t>academic</t> performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=associated with academia or an academy | examples=the academic curriculum
2. definition=hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result | examples=an academic discussion
3. definition=marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic <t>performance</t> of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=a dramatic or musical entertainment | examples=they listened to ten different performances
2. definition=the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment | examples=we congratulated him on his performance at the rehearsal
3. definition=the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it | examples=they criticised his performance as mayor
4. definition=any recognized accomplishment | examples=they admired his performance under stress
5. definition=process or manner of functioning or operating | examples=the power of its engine determines its operation

raw_output:
The correct sense of "performance" in the given sentence is **3**.

The sentence refers to the act of performing or doing something successfully, specifically in the context of academic achievement.


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic <t>performance</t> of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=a dramatic or musical entertainment | examples=they listened to ten different performances
2. definition=the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment | examples=we congratulated him on his performance at the rehearsal
3. definition=the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it | examples=they criticised his performance as mayor
4. definition=any recognized accomplishment | examples=they admired his performance under stress
5. definition=process or manner of functioning or operating | examples=the power of its engine determines its operation

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "performance" in the given sentence is **3**.

The sentence refers to the act of performing or doing something successfully, specifically in the context of academic achievement.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 5. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the <t>pupils</t> -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
2. definition=the contractile aperture in the center of the iris of the eye; resembles a large black dot
3. definition=a young person attending school (up through senior high school)


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be <t>desirable</t> for other reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=worth having or seeking or achieving | examples=a desirable job
2. definition=worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse | examples=the parents found the girl suitable for their son


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for <t>other</t> reasons.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other <t>reasons</t>.

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

raw_output:
The correct sense is **5**.

The sentence uses "reasons" to mean a justification for something (in this case, smaller classes) existing or happening, even if it's not directly related to academic performance.


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

Sentence: Decades of educational research tell us unequivocally that even smaller classes have zero effect on the academic performance of the pupils -- though they may sometimes be desirable for other <t>reasons</t>.

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

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **5**.

The sentence uses "reasons" to mean a justification for something (in this case, smaller classes) existing or happening, even if it's not directly related to academic performance.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 6. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: The <t>new</t> money flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling more and more paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered | examples=a new law
2. definition=original and of a kind not seen before | examples=the computer produced a completely novel proof of a well-known theorem
3. definition=lacking training or experience | examples=the new men were eager to fight
4. definition=having no previous example or precedent or parallel | examples=a time of unexampled prosperity
5. definition=other than the former one(s); different | examples=they now have a new leaders
6. definition=unaffected by use or exposure | examples=it looks like new
7. definition=(of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new | examples=newfangled ideas
8. definition=in use after medieval times | examples=New Eqyptian was the language of the 18th to 21st dynasties
9. definition=used of a living language; being the current stage in its development | examples=Modern English
10. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
11. definition=unfamiliar | examples=new experiences

raw_output:
The correct sense of "new" in the given sentence is:

**1**


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

Sentence: The <t>new</t> money flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling more and more paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered | examples=a new law
2. definition=original and of a kind not seen before | examples=the computer produced a completely novel proof of a well-known theorem
3. definition=lacking training or experience | examples=the new men were eager to fight
4. definition=having no previous example or precedent or parallel | examples=a time of unexampled prosperity
5. definition=other than the former one(s); different | examples=they now have a new leaders
6. definition=unaffected by use or exposure | examples=it looks like new
7. definition=(of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new | examples=newfangled ideas
8. definition=in use after medieval times | examples=New Eqyptian was the language of the 18th to 21st dynasties
9. definition=used of a living language; being the current stage in its development | examples=Modern English
10. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
11. definition=unfamiliar | examples=new experiences

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "new" in the given sentence is:

**1**

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 11. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: The new <t>money</t> flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling more and more paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender | examples=we tried to collect the money he owed us
2. definition=wealth reckoned in terms of money | examples=all his money is in real estate
3. definition=the official currency issued by a government or national bank | examples=he changed his money into francs


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

Sentence: The new money <t>flows</t> into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling more and more paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=move or progress freely as if in a stream | examples=The crowd flowed out of the stadium
2. definition=move along, of liquids | examples=Water flowed into the cave
3. definition=cause to flow | examples=The artist flowed the washes on the paper
4. definition=be abundantly present | examples=The champagne flowed at the wedding
5. definition=fall or flow in a certain way | examples=This dress hangs well
6. definition=cover or swamp with water
7. definition=undergo menstruation | examples=She started menstruating at the age of 11


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

Sentence: The new money flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself <t>piling</t> more and more paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=arrange in stacks | examples=heap firewood around the fireplace
2. definition=press tightly together or cram | examples=The crowd packed the auditorium
3. definition=place or lay as if in a pile | examples=The teacher piled work on the students until the parents protested


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

Sentence: The new money flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling <t>more</t> and more paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=(comparative of `much' used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree | examples=more land
2. definition=(comparative of `many' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning greater in number | examples=a hall with more seats


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

Sentence: The new money flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling more and <t>more</t> paper work on the teachers.

Senses:
1. definition=(comparative of `much' used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree | examples=more land
2. definition=(comparative of `many' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning greater in number | examples=a hall with more seats


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

Sentence: The new money flows into the already top-heavy administrative structure, which busies itself piling more and more paper work on the <t>teachers</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a person whose occupation is teaching
2. definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers


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

Sentence: There is neither <t>mystery</t> nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained | examples=how it got out is a mystery
2. definition=a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the <t>fact</t> that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred | examples=first you must collect all the facts of the case
2. definition=a statement or assertion of verified information about something that is the case or has happened | examples=he supported his argument with an impressive array of facts
3. definition=an event known to have happened or something known to have existed | examples=your fears have no basis in fact
4. definition=a concept whose truth can be proved | examples=scientific hypotheses are not facts


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as <t>educational</t> expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

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


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational <t>expenditures</t> (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=money paid out; an amount spent
2. definition=the act of spending money for goods or services
3. definition=the act of consuming something


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in <t>real</t> terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; ; ; ; ; ; - Longfellow | examples=real objects
2. definition=no less than what is stated; worthy of the name | examples=the real reason
3. definition=not to be taken lightly | examples=statistics demonstrate that poverty and unemployment are very real problems
4. definition=capable of being treated as fact | examples=tangible evidence
5. definition=being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something; ; - G.K.Chesterton | examples=her actual motive
6. definition=of, relating to, or representing an amount that is corrected for inflation | examples=real prices
7. definition=having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary; ; ; - Shakespeare | examples=the substantial world
8. definition=(of property) fixed or immovable | examples=real property consists of land and buildings
9. definition=coinciding with reality; - F.A.Olafson | examples=perceptual error...has a surprising resemblance to veridical perception

raw_output:
The correct sense of "real" in the given sentence is **6**.

The sentence discusses educational expenditures "in real terms," which refers to amounts corrected for inflation. This aligns with sense 6: "of, relating to, or representing an amount that is corrected for inflation."


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in <t>real</t> terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; ; ; ; ; ; - Longfellow | examples=real objects
2. definition=no less than what is stated; worthy of the name | examples=the real reason
3. definition=not to be taken lightly | examples=statistics demonstrate that poverty and unemployment are very real problems
4. definition=capable of being treated as fact | examples=tangible evidence
5. definition=being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something; ; - G.K.Chesterton | examples=her actual motive
6. definition=of, relating to, or representing an amount that is corrected for inflation | examples=real prices
7. definition=having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary; ; ; - Shakespeare | examples=the substantial world
8. definition=(of property) fixed or immovable | examples=real property consists of land and buildings
9. definition=coinciding with reality; - F.A.Olafson | examples=perceptual error...has a surprising resemblance to veridical perception

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "real" in the given sentence is **6**.

The sentence discusses educational expenditures "in real terms," which refers to amounts corrected for inflation. This aligns with sense 6: "of, relating to, or representing an amount that is corrected for inflation."

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 9. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have <t>increased</t> sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=become bigger or greater in amount | examples=The amount of work increased
2. definition=make bigger or more | examples=The boss finally increased her salary


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased <t>sharply</t> in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=in an aggressive manner | examples=she was being sharply questioned
2. definition=in a well delineated manner | examples=the new style of Minoan pottery was sharply defined
3. definition=changing suddenly in direction and degree | examples=the road twists sharply after the light
4. definition=very suddenly and to a great degree | examples=conditions that precipitously increase the birthrate


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the <t>past</t> quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=earlier than the present time; no longer current | examples=time past
2. definition=of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office | examples=a retiring member of the board


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we <t>now</t> spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events | examples=President Kennedy now calls in the National Guard
2. definition=in these times; - Nancy Mitford | examples=it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished
3. definition=used to preface a command or reproof or request | examples=now hear this!
4. definition=at the present moment | examples=goods now on sale
5. definition=without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening | examples=he answered immediately
6. definition=(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity | examples=Now the next problem is...
7. definition=in the immediate past | examples=told me just now


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now <t>spend</t> more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=pass time in a specific way | examples=how are you spending your summer vacation?
2. definition=pay out | examples=spend money
3. definition=spend completely | examples=I spend my pocket money in two days


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend <t>more</t> per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs | examples=more interesting
2. definition=comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent | examples=he works more now


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per <t>pupil</t> than any other country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
2. definition=the contractile aperture in the center of the iris of the eye; resembles a large black dot
3. definition=a young person attending school (up through senior high school)


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any <t>other</t> country in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other <t>country</t> in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | examples=the state has elected a new president
2. definition=the territory occupied by a nation | examples=he returned to the land of his birth
3. definition=the people who live in a nation or country | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood
4. definition=an area outside of cities and towns | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | examples=it was a mountainous area

raw_output:
The correct sense is **1**.

The sentence refers to a "country" as a politically organized body (e.g., the United States, Japan, etc.), comparing educational expenditures across different nations.


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other <t>country</t> in the world -- educational performance has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | examples=the state has elected a new president
2. definition=the territory occupied by a nation | examples=he returned to the land of his birth
3. definition=the people who live in a nation or country | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood
4. definition=an area outside of cities and towns | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | examples=it was a mountainous area

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **1**.

The sentence refers to a "country" as a politically organized body (e.g., the United States, Japan, etc.), comparing educational expenditures across different nations.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 5. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- <t>educational</t> performance has declined.

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


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational <t>performance</t> has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=a dramatic or musical entertainment | examples=they listened to ten different performances
2. definition=the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment | examples=we congratulated him on his performance at the rehearsal
3. definition=the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it | examples=they criticised his performance as mayor
4. definition=any recognized accomplishment | examples=they admired his performance under stress
5. definition=process or manner of functioning or operating | examples=the power of its engine determines its operation

raw_output:
The correct sense of "performance" in the given sentence is **3**.

The sentence discusses the decline in educational outcomes, which aligns with the definition of "performance" as the act of doing something successfully, particularly in the context of using knowledge (educational achievements) rather than merely possessing it.


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational <t>performance</t> has declined.

Senses:
1. definition=a dramatic or musical entertainment | examples=they listened to ten different performances
2. definition=the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment | examples=we congratulated him on his performance at the rehearsal
3. definition=the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it | examples=they criticised his performance as mayor
4. definition=any recognized accomplishment | examples=they admired his performance under stress
5. definition=process or manner of functioning or operating | examples=the power of its engine determines its operation

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "performance" in the given sentence is **3**.

The sentence discusses the decline in educational outcomes, which aligns with the definition of "performance" as the act of doing something successfully, particularly in the context of using knowledge (educational achievements) rather than merely possessing it.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 5. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: There is neither mystery nor paradox in the fact that as educational expenditures (in real terms) have increased sharply in the past quarter-of-a-century -- we now spend more per pupil than any other country in the world -- educational performance has <t>declined</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=grow worse | examples=Conditions in the slum worsened
2. definition=refuse to accept | examples=He refused my offer of hospitality
3. definition=show unwillingness towards | examples=he declined to join the group on a hike
4. definition=grow smaller | examples=Interest in the project waned
5. definition=go down | examples=The roof declines here
6. definition=go down in value | examples=the stock market corrected
7. definition=inflect for number, gender, case, etc., | examples=in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives


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

Sentence: That is the <t>way</t> the system works.

Senses:
1. definition=how something is done or how it happens | examples=her dignified manner
2. definition=how a result is obtained or an end is achieved | examples=a means of control
3. definition=a line leading to a place or point | examples=he looked the other direction
4. definition=the condition of things generally | examples=that's the way it is
5. definition=a course of conduct | examples=the path of virtue
6. definition=any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another | examples=he said he was looking for the way out
7. definition=a journey or passage | examples=they are on the way
8. definition=space for movement | examples=room to pass
9. definition=the property of distance in general | examples=it's a long way to Moscow
10. definition=doing as one pleases or chooses | examples=if I had my way
11. definition=a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' | examples=they didn't have much in the way of clothing
12. definition=a portion of something divided into shares | examples=they split the loot three ways

raw_output:
The correct sense of "way" in the sentence "That is the <t>way</t> the system works" is:

**1**


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

Sentence: That is the <t>way</t> the system works.

Senses:
1. definition=how something is done or how it happens | examples=her dignified manner
2. definition=how a result is obtained or an end is achieved | examples=a means of control
3. definition=a line leading to a place or point | examples=he looked the other direction
4. definition=the condition of things generally | examples=that's the way it is
5. definition=a course of conduct | examples=the path of virtue
6. definition=any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another | examples=he said he was looking for the way out
7. definition=a journey or passage | examples=they are on the way
8. definition=space for movement | examples=room to pass
9. definition=the property of distance in general | examples=it's a long way to Moscow
10. definition=doing as one pleases or chooses | examples=if I had my way
11. definition=a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' | examples=they didn't have much in the way of clothing
12. definition=a portion of something divided into shares | examples=they split the loot three ways

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "way" in the sentence "That is the <t>way</t> the system works" is:

**1**

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 12. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: -- <t>Students</t> should move up the educational ladder as their academic potential allows.

Senses:
1. definition=a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
2. definition=a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines


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

Sentence: -- Students should move up the <t>educational</t> ladder as their academic potential allows.

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


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

Sentence: -- Students should move up the educational ladder as their <t>academic</t> potential allows.

Senses:
1. definition=associated with academia or an academy | examples=the academic curriculum
2. definition=hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result | examples=an academic discussion
3. definition=marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects


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

Sentence: -- Students should move up the educational ladder as their academic <t>potential</t> allows.

Senses:
1. definition=the inherent capacity for coming into being
2. definition=the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts


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

Sentence: -- Students should move up the educational ladder as their academic potential <t>allows</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen | examples=This permits the water to rush in
2. definition=consent to, give permission | examples=She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband
3. definition=let have | examples=grant permission
4. definition=give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause | examples=I will earmark this money for your research
5. definition=make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain | examples=This leaves no room for improvement
6. definition=allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something | examples=I allow for this possibility
7. definition=afford possibility | examples=This problem admits of no solution
8. definition=allow the other (baseball) team to score | examples=give up a run
9. definition=grant as a discount or in exchange | examples=The camera store owner allowed me $50 on my old camera
10. definition=allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting | examples=We don't allow dogs here


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

Sentence: No <t>student</t> should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the level that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
2. definition=a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines


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

Sentence: No student should be <t>permitted</t> to be graduated from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the level that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=consent to, give permission | examples=She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband
2. definition=make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen | examples=This permits the water to rush in
3. definition=allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting | examples=We don't allow dogs here


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be <t>graduated</t> from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the level that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies | examples=She graduated in 1990
2. definition=confer an academic degree upon | examples=This school graduates 2,000 students each year
3. definition=make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring | examples=calibrate an instrument


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having <t>mastered</t> the 3 R's at the level that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=be or become completely proficient or skilled in | examples=She mastered Japanese in less than two years
2. definition=get on top of; deal with successfully | examples=He overcame his shyness
3. definition=have dominance or the power to defeat over | examples=Her pain completely mastered her
4. definition=have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of | examples=Do you control these data?

raw_output:
The correct sense is **1**.

(Definition: *be or become completely proficient or skilled in*)


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having <t>mastered</t> the 3 R's at the level that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=be or become completely proficient or skilled in | examples=She mastered Japanese in less than two years
2. definition=get on top of; deal with successfully | examples=He overcame his shyness
3. definition=have dominance or the power to defeat over | examples=Her pain completely mastered her
4. definition=have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of | examples=Do you control these data?

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **1**.

(Definition: *be or become completely proficient or skilled in*)

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 4. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the <t>level</t> that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality | examples=a moderate grade of intelligence
2. definition=a relative position or degree of value in a graded group | examples=lumber of the highest grade
3. definition=a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process | examples=a remarkable degree of frankness
4. definition=height above ground | examples=the water reached ankle level
5. definition=indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid
6. definition=a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line | examples=park the car on the level
7. definition=an abstract place usually conceived as having depth | examples=a good actor communicates on several levels
8. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | examples=what level is the office on?

raw_output:
The correct sense of "level" in the given sentence is **2**.

The sentence refers to a "level" of mastery of the 3 R's (reading, writing, and arithmetic) that prevailed 20 years ago, implying a relative position or degree of value in a graded group. This aligns with sense 2: "a relative position or degree of value in a graded group."


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the <t>level</t> that prevailed 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality | examples=a moderate grade of intelligence
2. definition=a relative position or degree of value in a graded group | examples=lumber of the highest grade
3. definition=a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process | examples=a remarkable degree of frankness
4. definition=height above ground | examples=the water reached ankle level
5. definition=indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid
6. definition=a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line | examples=park the car on the level
7. definition=an abstract place usually conceived as having depth | examples=a good actor communicates on several levels
8. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | examples=what level is the office on?

[Assistant]
The correct sense of "level" in the given sentence is **2**.

The sentence refers to a "level" of mastery of the 3 R's (reading, writing, and arithmetic) that prevailed 20 years ago, implying a relative position or degree of value in a graded group. This aligns with sense 2: "a relative position or degree of value in a graded group."

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 8. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the level that <t>prevailed</t> 20 years ago.

Senses:
1. definition=be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance | examples=Money reigns supreme here
2. definition=be valid, applicable, or true | examples=This theory still holds
3. definition=continue to exist | examples=These stories die hard
4. definition=prove superior | examples=The champion prevailed, though it was a hard fight
5. definition=use persuasion successfully | examples=He prevailed upon her to visit his parents


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

Sentence: No student should be permitted to be graduated from elementary school without having mastered the 3 R's at the level that prevailed 20 <t>years</t> ago.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | examples=she is 4 years old
2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97


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

Sentence: This <t>means</t> "tracking, "whose main purpose is less to permit the gifted youngsters to flourish (though that is clearly desirable) than to ensure that the less gifted get the necessary grounding for further study or for entering the modern world of work.

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

raw_output:
The correct sense is **3**.

The sentence uses "means" to denote or connote the definition of the word "tracking."


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

Sentence: This <t>means</t> "tracking, "whose main purpose is less to permit the gifted youngsters to flourish (though that is clearly desirable) than to ensure that the less gifted get the necessary grounding for further study or for entering the modern world of work.

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

[Assistant]
The correct sense is **3**.

The sentence uses "means" to denote or connote the definition of the word "tracking."

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 7. Return only the integer.


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

Sentence: This means "tracking, "whose <t>main</t> purpose is less to permit the gifted youngsters to flourish (though that is clearly desirable) than to ensure that the less gifted get the necessary grounding for further study or for entering the modern world of work.

Senses:
1. definition=most important element | examples=the chief aim of living
2. definition=(of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence | examples=the main (or independent) clause in a complex sentence has at least a subject and a verb
3. definition=of force; of the greatest possible intensity | examples=by main strength


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

Sentence: This means "tracking, "whose main <t>purpose</t> is less to permit the gifted youngsters to flourish (though that is clearly desirable) than to ensure that the less gifted get the necessary grounding for further study or for entering the modern world of work.

Senses:
1. definition=an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions | examples=his intent was to provide a new translation
2. definition=what something is used for | examples=the function of an auger is to bore holes
3. definition=the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose | examples=his determination showed in his every movement


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

Sentence: This means "tracking, "whose main purpose is less to <t>permit</t> the gifted youngsters to flourish (though that is clearly desirable) than to ensure that the less gifted get the necessary grounding for further study or for entering the modern world of work.

Senses:
1. definition=consent to, give permission | examples=She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband
2. definition=make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen | examples=This permits the water to rush in
3. definition=allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting | examples=We don't allow dogs here


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

Sentence: This means "tracking, "whose main purpose is less to permit the gifted youngsters to <t>flourish</t> (though that is clearly desirable) than to ensure that the less gifted get the necessary grounding for further study or for entering the modern world of work.

Senses:
1. definition=grow vigorously | examples=The deer population in this town is thriving
2. definition=make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance | examples=The new student is thriving
3. definition=move or swing back and forth | examples=She waved her gun