Question: Beginning: Adolph was a great little student with a penchant for art. Middle 1: Adolph wanted to go to the army instead. Middle 2: Adolph wanted to leave the army instead. Ending: So instead he lead the Nazis into World War II.

Beginning: Carlos had always been very interested in German language and culture. Middle 1: Carlos went to school to learn about Germany. Middle 2: Carlos met with hitler to learn everything. Ending: When he visited Germany, all the locals were impressed with his skill.

Beginning: George had an innate gift for music. Middle 1: George never followed through with his cooking skills. Middle 2: George never followed through with his talent. Ending: Years later, George looked back with shame at what he had squandered.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Erica adopted a Labrador puppy named Jerry. Middle 1: erica let the dog run around. Middle 2: Erica kept the dog in a cage in the apartment. Ending: Jerry loved playing in his new, safe yard.

Beginning: My neighbor plants beautiful flowers in her backyard. Middle 1: My new puppy ran out of the house. Middle 2: My new puppy never goes out of the house. Ending: My neighbor was not happy, but she forgave the puppy.

Beginning: Sarah loves her dog Lucy very much. Middle 1: Lucy stays near her in the house. Middle 2: Lucy got out of the house. Ending: Sarah finds Lucy safe at one of her neighbors houses.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Kim had a favorite pair of pink argyle socks. Middle 1: Kim looked all over for the vest. Middle 2: Kim looked all over for one of the socks. Ending: Kim depressed when she realized it was really lost.

Beginning: Ryan could not find any clean socks in his house. Middle 1: Ryan checked in the microwave. Middle 2: Ryan checked in the washing machine. Ending: He saw that it was full of wet socks that he washed yesterday.

Beginning: Kim had a favorite pair of pink argyle socks. Middle 1: Kim left the socks in another continent. Middle 2: Kim left the socks in the dryer. Ending: Kim depressed when she realized it was really lost.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Gina's room had only a bed, and a dresser. Middle 1: Gina asked her dad if he could get her a vanity and a desk. Middle 2: Gina's brother asked his dad if he could get him a vanity and a desk. Ending: Her dad gave her both of them.

Beginning: Gina's older brother was gone for good. Middle 1: Gina's brother got his own place. Middle 2: Gina got her own place. Ending: She realized there was now a spare room available.

Beginning: Nick children had a messy room. Middle 1: Nick's children told him to clean his room. Middle 2: Nick told his children to clean their rooms. Ending: Now their rooms are clean.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I broke up with my boyfriend because he wanted to get married. Middle 1: My family was mad because they loved him. Middle 2: My family was happy because they did not like him. Ending: I ended up looking like the bad guy.

Beginning: I woke up happy and excited. Middle 1: I proposed to my fiance. Middle 2: My dumped my fiance. Ending: I married my fiance in front of my family.

Beginning: I broke up with my boyfriend because he wanted to get married. Middle 1: He told everyone I was asleeping someone else. Middle 2: He told everyone I was seeing someone else. Ending: I ended up looking like the bad guy.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Jane was worried about her boring appearance. Middle 1: Jane felt satisfied with new make up on. Middle 2: Jane decided to start wearing more makeup. Ending: But for some reason, she didn't feel satisfied.

Beginning: Abigail never felt comfortable wearing a lot of makeup. Middle 1: Abigail had makeup artist remove the cosmetics from her face. Middle 2: Abigail had makeup artist apply cosmetics for her. Ending: Now Abigail is becoming more comfortable wearing makeup.

Beginning: Jane was worried about her boring appearance. Middle 1: Jane change her appearance dramatically. Middle 2: Jane never changed her appearance. Ending: But for some reason, she didn't feel satisfied.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Lina was a great cook. Middle 1: Lina made an entire Thanksgiving dinner. Middle 2: Lina burned her prized lasagna recipe. Ending: Lina was praised for her hard work.

Beginning: Tom wanted to learn to cook. Middle 1: Tom tried to make a hard dish. Middle 2: Tom followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. Ending: Tom ended up burning all of his food.

Beginning: Mary was cooking a juicy roast. Middle 1: Mary buried the whole thing. Middle 2: Mary burnt the whole thing. Ending: She resorted to taking her family out for dinner that night.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Today I was cooking hamburgers inside. Middle 1: I burned my hand. Middle 2: I burned my feet. Ending: Now I have a blister.

Beginning: I went to a barbecue at my uncle's house today. Middle 1: I hurt myself at the barbecue. Middle 2: I had fun at the barbecue. Ending: I was in so much pain.

Beginning: I went to a barbecue at my uncle's house today. Middle 1: I burned my hand on my toilet. Middle 2: I burned my hand on the barbecue!. Ending: I was in so much pain.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Alex was selling his lemonade left and right, fist over fist. Middle 1: Everyone who was drinking it didn't get sick. Middle 2: Everyone who was drinking it got sick. Ending: Alex wondered if something in the lemon pledge might be somehow toxic.

Beginning: My brother does our taxes this year. Middle 1: The government hated to audit our sister's lemonade stand. Middle 2: The government wanted to audit our sister's lemonade stand. Ending: We joked about it.

Beginning: Timothy's kids wanted to sell lemonade to make some extra money. Middle 1: The kids set up a lemonade stand. Middle 2: Timothy didn't let them set up a lemonade stand. Ending: All in all, the kids ended up making almost thirty dollars.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Jim was talking to this lady he met at the bar. Middle 1: Jim called her insignificant. Middle 2: Jim called her fat. Ending: They ended up fighting.

Beginning: Jim was talking to this lady he met at the bar. Middle 1: They agreed about whether the Yankees or Red Sox were better. Middle 2: They disagreed about whether the Yankees or Red Sox were better. Ending: They ended up fighting.

Beginning: Gina and Lisa were sitting on the park bench. Middle 1: A man tripped when running by Lisa. Middle 2: Lisa fell asleep on the bench while Gina was talking about her  boyfriend. Ending: He got up and blamed Lisa for his fall even though she wasn't to blame

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Larry had a leg injury. Middle 1: Larry got put in a cast. Middle 2: Larry got an amputation. Ending: Finally, Larry healed and was released.

Beginning: An old man had been struck by a car one day. Middle 1: The accident severely injured his legs. Middle 2: The accident severely injured his arms. Ending: One day he was able to walk with only a can and his legs recovered.

Beginning: Larry had a leg injury. Middle 1: Larry got put in a movie. Middle 2: Larry got put in a cast. Ending: Finally, Larry healed and was released.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Freddy decided to buy a new truck. Middle 1: Freddy had the best truck in town. Middle 2: Freddy had the worst truck in town. Ending: Freddy now cruises around town in his new truck.

Beginning: Sue was looking to buy a new car. Middle 1: Sue was shown a nice truck by the salesman instead. Middle 2: The salesmen was shown a nice truck by Sue instead. Ending: She was able to drive away from the lot with her new truck afterwards.

Beginning: Chris went shopping for a new car. Middle 1: He hated the red car. Middle 2: Chris loved the red car. Ending: Chris bought the red car.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Joanie's mom signed her up for swimming lessons at a lake. Middle 1: Joanie loved going to her lessons. Middle 2: Joanie did not enjoy lessons. Ending: On the last day of lessons, the bus broke down and she was spared.

Beginning: Mari was at the swimming pool. Middle 1: Mari was trying to learn how to run. Middle 2: Mari was trying to learn how to swim. Ending: By the end of the day she could swim on her own.

Beginning: Jana was very scared of the water. Middle 1: Jana found out her friend almost drowned in a pool because she didn't know how to swim. Middle 2: Jana found out her friend almost drowned in a pool despite that she knew how to swim. Ending: This made her afraid of not knowing how to swim so she started lessons

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I was trying to dress my two year old son for the day. Middle 1: He let me dress him with no issue. Middle 2: He threw a tantrum and refused to get dressed. Ending: So, we had a naked indoor day.

Beginning: I was asleep when my two year old ran into the room panicking. Middle 1: My two year old then threw continuing. Middle 2: My two year old then threw up. Ending: We took a warm bath and a nap afterwards.

Beginning: My two year old son refused to wear training pants. Middle 1: We taught him how to use the potty. Middle 2: was ready to go home. Ending: Now I don't try to make him wear training pants.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Sam needed new tires for his car. Middle 1: Sam's cars tyre exploded on the non-line. Middle 2: Sam's cars tyre exploded on the road. Ending: It convinced him to change his tired immediately.

Beginning: On his way home, Billy drove over a nail that was left on the road. Middle 1: Billy's tire popped because of the detach. Middle 2: Billy's tire popped because of the nail. Ending: After several minutes, he replaced the wheel with a spare.

Beginning: On his way home, Billy drove over a nail that was left on the road. Middle 1: He managed to pull over and get his spare tire. Middle 2: Billy managed to pull over and get his spare tire. Ending: After several minutes, he replaced the wheel with a spare.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: James was having breakfast with his girlfriend. Middle 1: James ordered pancakes with fresh fruits for them. Middle 2: James ordered a small yogurt for each of them. Ending: James and his girlfriend had a great fulfilling breakfast.

Beginning: Today's breakfast was special. Middle 1: There were hand made bagels. Middle 2: There were hand made cookies. Ending: We were happy as they don't have bagels like this at home.

Beginning: Josh loves to eat crepes. Middle 1: Josh's mom made him gruel for breakfast. Middle 2: Josh's mom made him crepes for breakfast. Ending: He was impressed with her efforts and they were great.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Greg was lost in an area. Middle 1: Greg continued on his path. Middle 2: Greg collapsed on his path. Ending: Somehow he made it back home.

Beginning: Ed went on a hiking trip. Middle 1: Ed went deep into the woods. Middle 2: Ed went deep into his backyard. Ending: Ed decided to head back before he became lost.

Beginning: Greg was lost in an area. Middle 1: Greg stopped in his path. Middle 2: Greg continued on his path. Ending: Somehow he made it back home.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Lily needed to change her baby's diaper. Middle 1: Lily realized that she had bought a new box. Middle 2: Lily realized that she had run out. Ending: Luckily, her neighbor was able to lend her some.

Beginning: I wanted to take a shower after work. Middle 1: I purchased soap on my way home. Middle 2: When I got home, I realized I did not have any soap. Ending: Then I walked over to my neighbor's house to borrow some soap.

Beginning: Jill was a young mom with a baby. Middle 1: Jane's friend let her borrow a pair of shoes. Middle 2: Jane's friend let her borrow a pair of pants. Ending: A year later, the friend reminded her and Jill tracked the shoes down.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Our son is a Boston Bruins fan. Middle 1: The Bruins played a game that night and won. Middle 2: The Bruins played a game that night. Ending: My son was angry because they went on to lose.

Beginning: I watched a basketball game. Middle 1: My favorite team was playing and doing poorly. Middle 2: My favorite team was playing and doing well. Ending: I was happy that they won the game.

Beginning: I watched a basketball game. Middle 1: My team was losing until the last few minutes!. Middle 2: My team plaid bad and lost. Ending: I was happy that they won the game.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I did a lot of mTurk work for an Amazon requester. Middle 1: I did an awful job. Middle 2: I did the best job. Ending: I am disappointed as my work had been rewarded.

Beginning: I recently got a promotion at work. Middle 1: I barely do the work I have. Middle 2: I really worked my butt off throughout the year. Ending: I feel I don't deserve it.

Beginning: I did a survey on Mechanical Turk for five cents. Middle 1: The survey took me only a minute to do. Middle 2: The survey took me over two hours to do. Ending: I realized that Mechanical Turk was unethical.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Tom was cold at night. Middle 1: Tom decided to get a hat. Middle 2: Tom decided to get new shoes. Ending: Tom loved his new beanie.

Beginning: Tom was cold at night. Middle 1: Tom decided to get a hat. Middle 2: Tom decides not to get a hat. Ending: Tom loved his new beanie.

Beginning: James was feeling a bit cold outside. Middle 1: James got a new bathing suit. Middle 2: James got a new jacket. Ending: James wore his new jacket on the car ride home.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: My brother is always back seat driving. Middle 1: I wished that he would drive himself sometimes. Middle 2: He wished that I would drive sometimes. Ending: My brother had his license revoked last year, but won't shut up.

Beginning: My brother got a ticket. Middle 1: My brother ran from police. Middle 2: My brother ran for President. Ending: He went to jail.

Beginning: A few years ago I was teaching my brother how to drive. Middle 1: We used to go swimming every day. Middle 2: We used to go driving every day. Ending: He is a very accomplished driver now, and I was glad to help.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: My family went out to dinner for my sister's birthday. Middle 1: We went to my sister's least favorite restaurant. Middle 2: We went to my sister's favorite restaurant. Ending: She was extremely delighted.

Beginning: Lisa cooked dinner for her family. Middle 1: Lisa's cooking went wonderfully. Middle 2: Lisa's cooking didn't go well. Ending: Luckily, Pizza is the family's favorite food.

Beginning: We took my sister in law out to dinner last week. Middle 1: We had to take the highway. Middle 2: We had to take the train. Ending: We laughed as the speedometer read 20 mph.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Our neighbors down the hall had a very noisy party. Middle 1: Someone called the police complaining about the noise. Middle 2: No one called the police complaining about the noise. Ending: The guest left before the police came.

Beginning: Sean shared a home with several college students. Middle 1: The students liked to have loud parties at night. Middle 2: The students hated to have loud parties at night. Ending: Finally, he asked them to keep it down.

Beginning: Kelly decided to have a house party. Middle 1: Her parents were willing to supervise. Middle 2: Her parents were out of town. Ending: Kelly cleaned up in time and her parents never found out.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Marcy received a valentine from her boyfriend. Middle 1: Marcy was surprised when he began to kneel down. Middle 2: Marcy was surprised when he turn and walk away. Ending: Marcy gave her boyfriend a big kiss and said yes.

Beginning: Tom and Sheryl have been together for two years. Middle 1: Tom wanted to marry Sheryl. Middle 2: Tom didn't want to marry Sheryl. Ending: He proposed marriage and she said yes!

Beginning: Marcy received a valentine from her boyfriend. Middle 1: Marcy cried and was so excited. Middle 2: Marcy teased her boyfriend and pretended nothing important happened. Ending: Marcy shrugged her shoulders and reached for the TV remote.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Amy had a crush on Ray. Middle 1: Ray confessed that he was in love with her but was gay. Middle 2: Rey confessed that he was not in love with her, but he would be after the sex change. Ending: Amy was elated and terribly confused.

Beginning: Amy loved Sam from afar, and each day at school she thought of him. Middle 1: One day she confessed to him. Middle 2: One day Sam confessed to Amy. Ending: So she went from secret admirer to happy girlfriend.

Beginning: Ally's husband told her he was cheating on their marriage. Middle 1: He divorced Ally and met another woman in Fiji. Middle 2: Ally divorced him and met another man in Fiji. Ending: They fell in love and Ally decided to stay in Fiji.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Jeb has an important business meeting in France. Middle 1: Jeb got to the airport. Middle 2: Jeb got to the meeting. Ending: The only problem was Jeb forgot his ticket!

Beginning: Edgar was going to Hawaii. Middle 1: Edgar forgot to set his alarm clock. Middle 2: Edgar remembered to set his alarm clock. Ending: His plane had left without him.

Beginning: Lulu made sure to check her bag at the airport. Middle 1: She accidentally left her dog. Middle 2: She accidentally left her bag. Ending: She had to call the airline later.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Amy was friends with Erin and Sara. Middle 1: Amy had Erin and Sara over for a sleepover. Middle 2: Amy had Erin and Sara over for a sleepover, but it was terrible. Ending: Amy knew she made the right choice as they to giggled and whispered.

Beginning: Amy just found out her friend Beth had a crush on her crush. Middle 1: She didn't want to let anyone know it hurt her. Middle 2: She wanted to let everyone know it pleased her. Ending: Amy quietly cried herself to sleep.

Beginning: Kelsi wanted to have a sleepover party. Middle 1: Kelsi invited her closest friends. They gossiped, watched movies, and had the worst time. Middle 2: Kelsi invited her closest friends. They gossiped, watched movies, and had the greatest time. Ending: Kelsi cherished these moments.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Holly was a beautiful black cat that Lee loved very much. Middle 1: Lee didn't like cats. Middle 2: He loved cats some much. Ending: Lee decided to adopt the kitten.

Beginning: Mina wanted a cat. Middle 1: Mina went to the grocery store and got a kitten. Middle 2: Mina went to the rescue shelter and get a kitten. Ending: Mina loved her new kitty!

Beginning: Sarah got a black cat from the animal shelter. Middle 1: The cat was well behaved and loved to cuddle. Middle 2: The cat was not well behaved and loved to hiss. Ending: She kissed the cat and went to bed.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Sandy's dad forbid her to touch the glass in his car. Middle 1: Sandy denied touching the glass. Middle 2: Sandy confirmed she touched the glass. Ending: Her dad pointed to the hearts standing out on the steamy glass.

Beginning: Daniel gave Julia a hug before she left. Middle 1: Daniel told Julia's father that he love 's her. Middle 2: Julia's father told Daniel that he dislikes's her. Ending: Her father didn't care and asked Daniel to stay away from her.

Beginning: Jake was driving with his girlfriend. Middle 1: His girlfriend asked Jake to not smoke in the car. Middle 2: Jake asked his girlfriend to not smoke in the car. Ending: She sounded upset but agreed to do so.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Gina had interviewed at a bank near her home. Middle 1: Gina didn't think the interview went well. Middle 2: Gina thought the interview went well. Ending: All she had to do was await a call from the manager offering her a job

Beginning: The young woman was worried sick about her interview Middle 1: She did awfully and lost the opportunity. Middle 2: She did very well and got the job. Ending: Now she wonders why she gets so worked up.

Beginning: Kelly wanted to look for a new job. Middle 1: Kelly applied for a position at a company. Middle 2: Kelly was too lazy to apply for a position at a company. Ending: To her delight she was called for an interview.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I was telling stories to my grandchildren today. Middle 1: I just retell the same stories but add different names. Middle 2: I just retell the same stories but add different details. Ending: That way, I'll never run out of stories to tell.

Beginning: I kept my baby blanket in good shape. Middle 1: My mother made it for me when I was older. Middle 2: My mother made it for me when I was young. Ending: I sleep with my baby blanket every night.

Beginning: I was telling stories to my grandchildren today. Middle 1: I decided to tell them only a couple of stories. Middle 2: They didn't like the stories, so I stopped telling them to my grandchildren. Ending: That way, I'll never run out of stories to tell.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Emma was making a costume. Middle 1: Emma researched dogs at her library. Middle 2: Emma researched cosplay at her library. Ending: Then she went home and made it.

Beginning: Sandy was watching a video on shadow figures. Middle 1: Sandy decided to learn their history of how to make them. Middle 2: Sandy decided to learn how to make them herself. Ending: Sandy was eventually able to make various shadow figures.

Beginning: Ellen wanted to learn to cross-stitch. Middle 1: Ellen practiced her cross-stitched every weekend. Middle 2: Ellen practiced her cross-carrying every weekend. Ending: Soon Ella was cross-stitching like a professional!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Gene asked Marty why he wasn't getting his department email. Middle 1: Marty found that Gene's spamblocker was malfunctioning. Middle 2: Marty found that Gene was deleting them. Ending: Gene is getting all his email now.

Beginning: Nate was working on a batch of low paying tasks. Middle 1: Nate had a CAPTCHA appear for him to fill. Middle 2: Nate had an attention check appear for him to fill. Ending: Then, the CAPTCHA disappeared and was solved!

Beginning: Sam was online. Middle 1: The internet began working, so Sam turned off the router. Middle 2: The internet stopped working, so Sam rebooted the router. Ending: Sam was frustrated but happy he had the internet back.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Horatio had always been afraid of eating a raw oyster. Middle 1: Horatio ate one and felt sick. Middle 2: Horatio ate five and loved them. Ending: He decided not to eat anymore.

Beginning: I've always loved to eat seafood. Middle 1: I almost choked on a bone. Middle 2: I choked on a bone and fish. Ending: I no longer eat fish.

Beginning: Tom always hated cashews. Middle 1: Tom accidentally ate something delicious made with toilet paper. Middle 2: Tom accidentally ate something delicious made with cashews. Ending: Since that day Tom always loved cashews.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I arrived to the dentist's office. Middle 1: WAIT FOR SOME TIMES. Middle 2: I loved waiting for a time. Ending: The dentist offered some advice to me.

Beginning: I walked inside of the dentists office. Middle 1: Visited dentist for regular check up. Middle 2: I walked inside of the jail. Ending: I was nervous but he reassured me that everything was fine.

Beginning: I walked inside of the dentists office. Middle 1: I needed to get my teeth cleaning rescheduled. Middle 2: I needed too get my teeth checked. Ending: I was nervous but he reassured me that everything was fine.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I decided to add a new fountain pen to my collection. Middle 1: It was more than I wanted to spend but I earned it with all my hard work. Middle 2: It was less than I wanted to spend but I earned it with all my hard work. Ending: I bought the pen.

Beginning: I decided to add a new fountain pen to my collection. Middle 1: I searched online for new pens. I found one for a good price. Middle 2: I searched online for new planets. I found one for a good price. Ending: I bought the pen.

Beginning: I decided to add a new fountain pen to my collection. Middle 1: I went to a pet store. Middle 2: I went to a pen store. Ending: I bought the pen.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: The girls packed up and went to the Spice Girls concert. Middle 1: They cried and wept the whole time. Middle 2: They sang and danced the whole time. Ending: It was the best night ever.

Beginning: The girls packed up and went to the Spice Girls concert. Middle 1: They arrived at the concert Late and got horrible seats in the concert hall. Middle 2: They arrived at the concert early and got the best seats in the concert hall. Ending: It was the best night ever.

Beginning: The girls went out. Middle 1: The girls sang a song. Middle 2: The girls sang the audience to sleep. Ending: The whole bar gave them a standing ovation.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Sally had planned to go for a run. Middle 1: Sally lost her hair during the run. Middle 2: Sally lost her shoes during the run. Ending: Sally now plans for the unexpected.

Beginning: Mary was feeling energetic. Middle 1: She wanted to go run but couldn't find her leggings. Middle 2: She wanted to go run but couldn't find her shoes. Ending: She finally found her running shoes in her pile of laundry.

Beginning: Hallie was running outside barefoot. Middle 1: Hallie stepped on a sharp rock and cut her foot. Middle 2: Hallie's flip flop stepped on a rock and saved her from cutting her foot. Ending: Hallie now wears shoes when she is outside.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: My brother does our taxes this year. Middle 1: The government hated to audit our sister's lemonade stand. Middle 2: The government wanted to audit our sister's lemonade stand. Ending: We joked about it.

Beginning: My brother does our taxes this year. Middle 1: I saved my brother more money then an accountant. Middle 2: My brother saved us more money that an accountant. Ending: We joked about it.

Beginning: My brother does our taxes this year. Middle 1: My brother has never done taxes before. Middle 2: My brother has done our taxes every year. Ending: We joked about it.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I had just turned in my test. Middle 1: I was sure I did well on the test but I found out I failed. Middle 2: I was sure I did well on the test and I found out I passed. Ending: The teacher had used the wrong key and gave me an F.

Beginning: Dan was taking an exam. Middle 1: The teacher saw Dan looking at his neighbor's answers. Middle 2: The teacher saw Tim looking at Dan's answers. Ending: He told Dan to bring his test paper to him and he gave him an F.

Beginning: Bay took a pop quiz in math. Middle 1: Bay did not just pass the test she aced it. Middle 2: Bay did not pass the test. Ending: Unfortunately, Bay was stuck with the failing grade.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Amar saw a ripe apple on a high branch. Middle 1: He tried to climb the tree, but slipped and fell. Middle 2: He tried to climb the tree, and got the apple. Ending: He ruefully resolved to be more careful in the future!

Beginning: Ed had tried to get to the top of the apple tree for weeks. Middle 1: Ed decided to try very hard one day without giving up. Middle 2: Ed decided to try very hard one day with giving up. Ending: He made it to the top at last!

Beginning: Steve wanted to play a prank on his mean teacher. Middle 1: Steve picked a fresh apple, but polished it so it looked rotten. Middle 2: Steve picked a rotten apple, but polished it so it looked fresh. Ending: Steve watched as she reached for the shiny apple.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Ted woke up very late one morning. Middle 1: His boss threatened to fire him if he was late again. Middle 2: His boss threatened to promote him if he did well again. Ending: Ted vowed never to sleep through his alarm again!

Beginning: Tim is very excited when he gets his dream job. Middle 1: Time confided in his coworker Bo that he was quitting to go to his dream job. Middle 2: Tim confided in his coworker Bo that he was getting promoted to his dream job. Ending: Bo tells him not to quit because he's still going to get fired anyway.

Beginning: Frank woke up late today for work. Middle 1: His boss was really happy with him. Middle 2: His boss was really mad at him. Ending: The next night Frank set two alarms to make sure he woke up on time.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Darren played football all day long. Middle 1: Darren got hydrated from drinking enough water. Middle 2: Darren got dehydrated from not drinking enough water. Ending: Darren got an IV at the hospital.

Beginning: Sam played football with his cousins Middle 1: After an hour long game, Sam gave up. Middle 2: After an hour long game, Sam made three goals. Ending: He won the game.

Beginning: Tony has been feeling really tired and dizzy lately. Middle 1: His doctor told him he needs to drink more water. Middle 2: His doctor told him he needs to drink more gin. Ending: Tony never drank too much water but now drinks a gallon a day.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Jaden was doing a lecture at an university about mirrors. Middle 1: Jaden met a fellow student. Middle 2: Jaden didn't meet any fellow students. Ending: The two ended up friends.

Beginning: Omar was the only Hispanic boy in a white school. Middle 1: Ora felt sorry for Omar and started sitting with him at lunch. Middle 2: Ora felt sorry for Omar and stopped sitting with him at lunch. Ending: Omar and Ora quickly became great friends!

Beginning: Billy felt lonely in school. Middle 1: Billy met nobody at school. Middle 2: Billy met a new person. Ending: They became inseparable.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I found a few termites one day the kitchen. Middle 1: I called the exterminator. Middle 2: The teacher was called. Ending: I have never seen a termite in the house again.

Beginning: I found a few termites one day the kitchen. Middle 1: I immediately called an exterminator. Middle 2: I god of loveiately called an exterminator. Ending: I have never seen a termite in the house again.

Beginning: Tom had just recently moved into his new apartment. Middle 1: When Tome opened the door he saw a few cockroaches running around and went home.. Middle 2: When Tome opened the door he saw a few cockroaches running around and called pest control. Ending: Tom was able to move into his cockroach free home the next day.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: The Smith children did not want the family to move to another town. Middle 1: So the Smith's mom tried to make things easier for them and threw a party. Middle 2: So the Smith's children tried to make things easier for them and threw a party. Ending: The kids and their new friends had a great time at Mom's pizza party.

Beginning: Janet's friend Mary had a birthday coming up. Middle 1: So Janet planned a house party with Mary's close relatives. Middle 2: So Mary planned a house party with Janet's close relatives. Ending: Mary went into the house full of people and was pleasantly surprised.

Beginning: Julie was having a birthday party. Middle 1: julie threw a great graduation party. Middle 2: julie threw a great birthday party. Ending: Julie wanted to have another party.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Tom noticed that his porch had become very dusty. Middle 1: Tom noticed there wasn't a rain storm with high winds coming soon. Middle 2: Tom noticed a rain storm coming with high winds. Ending: Tom was happy to see the porch wasn't dusty any longer.

Beginning: Late last night there was a knock on my door. Middle 1: I opened my door and noticed it was extremely calm out. Middle 2: I opened my door and noticed it was extremely window. Ending: I did some investigating and it was just the wind so I went to bed.

Beginning: Sarah notices that her porch has become crowded and messy. Middle 1: She cleaned everything up. Middle 2: The porch cleaned everything up. Ending: She is proud that she cleaned her porch.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: George sat on his bed and it collapsed to the floor. Middle 1: George went out and bought a new bed. Middle 2: George went out and bought a new couch. Ending: George slept in his new comfortable bed that night.

Beginning: George sat on his bed and it collapsed to the floor. Middle 1: George rushed to the store to buy a new bed before it closed. Middle 2: George rushed to the store to buy a new bed but it was closed. Ending: George slept in his new comfortable bed that night.

Beginning: I bought some new sheets for my bed this weekend. Middle 1: I slept in them 2 years ago. Middle 2: I slept in them all weekend. Ending: Now they look just like my old sheets.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Maka knew today was going to be busy, but she told herself to be calm. Middle 1: Maka was competing in a race. Middle 2: Maka was observing a race. Ending: The battle was swift and Maka prevailed to the cheers of the city.

Beginning: Maka knew today was going to be busy, but she told herself to be calm. Middle 1: Maka was in a battle today. Middle 2: Maka was in a game today. Ending: The battle was swift and Maka prevailed to the cheers of the city.

Beginning: Ramona went to her first horse racing event the other day. Middle 1: Ramona wasn't impressed with the horse race. Middle 2: Ramona liked the horse race. Ending: Ramona couldn't wait to go back.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Ted carried his trash outside. Middle 1: The money bag broke when Ted went outside. Middle 2: The trash bag broke when Ted went outside. Ending: After cleaning the mess, Ted walked back inside feeling good.

Beginning: The next day was the collection day for recycling. Middle 1: The garbage man came by and kicked the recyclables. Middle 2: The garbage man came by and emptied the recyclables. Ending: Jim brought his empty bucket back into his house for next week.

Beginning: Ed left his apartment for work. Middle 1: Ed left his key inside his apartment. Middle 2: Ed realized that he had thrown the key into the garbage, and now that bin was gone. Ending: Ed was able to get back inside and get his key.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Our granddaughter came to visit in October of 2014. Middle 1: We didn't take her to the circus because it wasn't in town. Middle 2: we took her to the circus. Ending: We had a fun time.

Beginning: Our family was excited to spend Thanksgiving at the cabin. Middle 1: We never celebrated with dinner. Middle 2: We had a big Thanksgiving dinner. Ending: We had a wonderful time celebrating Thanksgiving at the cabin.

Beginning: We took our ten year old niece to NYC in 1983. Middle 1: We took her all over the city. Middle 2: We kept her only in the hotel room. Ending: Our niece enjoyed herself immensely.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Ryan and Jess played a game of chess. Middle 1: Ryan and Jess played a very close match of golf. Middle 2: Ryan and Jess played a very close match. Ending: Though Jess finally checkmated his king.

Beginning: Two friends were in a heated game of checkers. Middle 1: 8 pieces crossed over one friend. Middle 2: One friend crossed over 8 pieces of the other player. Ending: The winner let out a victory yell at this sight.

Beginning: Quentin always wanted to play chess against someone in a park. Middle 1: Quentin and his friend played chess in the park. Middle 2: His friend played chess in the park. Ending: Quentin feels happy that he finally played chess in the park.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: When my child turned 5 I began to work at her school as a TA. Middle 1: I really enjoyed working there. Middle 2: I really hated working there. Ending: Now my child has grown up and I still have a job I love.

Beginning: When my child turned 5 I began to work at her school as a TA. Middle 1: Her principal asked me to take the receptionist position. Middle 2: Her principal asked me to quit the TA position. Ending: Now my child has grown up and I still have a job I love.

Beginning: I was very nervous to start my job as a CNA. Middle 1: I hated it and changed careers. Middle 2: I started my first day on the new job. Ending: I made friends quickly and I found myself loving my new job.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: It was Thanksgiving. Middle 1: Breakfast was cooked for people. Middle 2: Dinner was cooked for people. Ending: My guests enjoyed the meatloaf for Thanksgiving dinner!

Beginning: Frannie was invited to Thanksgiving dinner. Middle 1: Frannie brought a date. Middle 2: Frannie brought a pumpkin pie. Ending: Everyone loved it.

Beginning: Grandma wanted to cook Thanksgiving dinner. Middle 1: The grand-kids decided to help Grandma with the meal. Middle 2: The grandkids decided to tease grandma about the meal. Ending: The meal was ok, but the holiday was the best ever.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: We lived in a housing project. Middle 1: Living in an unfinished home was amazing. Middle 2: Living in an unfinished home was uncomfortable. Ending: I was glad to get rid of this pest.

Beginning: I was renting an apartment for Years when I moved out. Middle 1: I found an expensive home for sale. Middle 2: I found a cheap home for sale. Ending: If I had known this before I would never have wasted Year's renting.

Beginning: We had roaches in our condo. Middle 1: We sprayed for roaches. Middle 2: We sprayed for rat. Ending: The roaches disappeared after that.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Warner is a gambling man. Middle 1: Warner bet a few dollars. Middle 2: Warner bet a quarter then a dollar. Ending: Warner lost his quarter but won $1,000!

Beginning: Warner is a gambling man. Middle 1: Warner put his nothing in the slot machine. Middle 2: Warner put his last quarter in the slot machine. Ending: Warner lost his quarter but won $1,000!

Beginning: Warner is a gambling man. Middle 1: Warner had a bittersweet night of gambling. Middle 2: Warner had a successful night of gambling. Ending: Warner lost his quarter but won $1,000!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: My wife's niece is in her third year of college. Middle 1: She was in a long term relationship. Middle 2: She was in a short term relationship. Ending: The family is unsure about this relationship.

Beginning: My wife's niece is in her third year of college. Middle 1: The niece is dating a divorced man. Middle 2: The niece is a divorced man. Ending: The family is unsure about this relationship.

Beginning: My niece got engaged this summer. Middle 1: My niece is not planning to have a wedding next year. Middle 2: My niece is planning to have a wedding next year. Ending: I look forward to the wedding next year.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: The Johnson family loved to go hiking. Middle 1: On their journey, they encountered rattlesnakes. Middle 2: On their journey, they encountered cute deers. Ending: They never went hiking again.

Beginning: My family has always loved camping, me not so much. Middle 1: One time I fell into the fire. Middle 2: One time I enjoyed the fire. Ending: I decided never to go camping again.

Beginning: Sam went for a hike in the mountains. Middle 1: A pair of dead bodies came across Sam. Middle 2: Sam came across a pair of dead bodies. Ending: Sam hiked out of the forest quickly and never went back.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I've always liked collecting stamps. Middle 1: I knew i was getting a bad deal. Middle 2: I thoguht i was getting a great deal. Ending: Until I realized he made it himself, that trickster.

Beginning: Bob's favorite thing about getting mail was the packaging. Middle 1: Bob ordered lots of items he was excited about. Middle 2: He was fascinated by boxes, envelopes, stamps, labels, and tape. Ending: Bob didn't care much for the actual content of his packages.

Beginning: I did a survey on Mechanical Turk for five cents. Middle 1: The survey took a very long time to do. Middle 2: The survey took a very short time to do. Ending: I realized that Mechanical Turk was unethical.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Cindy has 5 children. Middle 1: Cindy made new rules. Middle 2: Cindy made new disorganization. Ending: Her children hated the new bedtime.

Beginning: Cindy's friend was often very mean to her. Middle 1: Cindy was stood up by her friend again. Middle 2: Cindy was stood up by her mom again. Ending: She decided they were no longer friends.

Beginning: The principal tried to make wearing school uniforms a requirement. Middle 1: The principal threw out the idea of uniforms. Middle 2: the principal informed the students of the uniform policy. Ending: They were yelling at the principal to reconsider her decision.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Adam loves spaceships. Middle 1: Adam went to Kennedy Space Center. Middle 2: Adam went to Disney World. Ending: Adam was in awe that he got to witness a live spaceship launch.

Beginning: Adam was going hang gliding. Middle 1: Adam was nervous, but quickly got the hang of it. Middle 2: Adam was nervous but could not get the hang of it. Ending: He was thrilled to soar on the clouds!

Beginning: The Smith family went on vacation to Florida. Middle 1: The Smith family's trip went off without a hitch. Middle 2: The Smith family saw a bright light in the sky. Ending: They were excited to learn that the light was a rocket taking off.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Sam wants to grow a tomato plant Middle 1: Sam bought a seed. Middle 2: Sam bought a pizza. Ending: Sam now has a tomato plant!

Beginning: Sarah decided to plant a garden. Middle 1: Sarah planted lots of vegetables. Middle 2: Sarah planted lots of weeds. Ending: The garden eventually grew and produced numerous vegetables.

Beginning: Bill found some seeds in an old shoebox. Middle 1: Bill put them in the garbage disposal. Middle 2: Bill planted the seeds. Ending: It turns out that the seeds grew tomatoes.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Greg was at home from college and had lots of laundry to do. Middle 1: Greg hung his clothes to dry on a clothesline. Middle 2: Greg stole some clothes. Ending: Luckily, it was a hot day and his clothes dried in no time.

Beginning: I try to do Laundry twice a week. Middle 1: My roommate used to wash his clothes in a separate load. Middle 2: My roommate used to wash his clothes in my moms house. Ending: Now he knows to put them in the Laundry.

Beginning: Greg was at home from college and had lots of laundry to do. Middle 1: Greg's dryer was working. Middle 2: Greg's dryer was broken. Ending: Luckily, it was a hot day and his clothes dried in no time.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Carly loved to collect antique bottles. Middle 1: She was bidding on a bottle on eBay. Middle 2: She was browsing bottles on ebay. Ending: In the end she won with the highest bid of 172 cents.

Beginning: Cindy saw a really cute dress on ebay that was very cheap. Middle 1: She immediately bid and won the bid. Middle 2: Cindy decided not to buy it. Ending: Inside was merely a picture of the dress.

Beginning: Erin was cleaning out his basement one morning. Middle 1: Erin found an old shoe. Middle 2: Erin found an old statue. Ending: He decided to put it on Ebay and he made a lot of money.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: A squire dreamed of being a knight. Middle 1: The squire showed bravery defending castle. Middle 2: The squire showed bravery defending nobody. Ending: The queen knighted him that very same day.

Beginning: A squire dreamed of being a knight. Middle 1: The squire decided to kill the enemies. Middle 2: The squire was hesitant to kill the enemies. Ending: The queen knighted him that very same day.

Beginning: Frank always wanted to be the king of the neighborhood. Middle 1: Frank fought his neighbors and lost their land in a right of conquest. Middle 2: Frank fought his neighbors and acquired their land by right of conquest. Ending: Seeing his dream come true he realized he had nothing to want anymore.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Ted had a business trip in a city two states away. Middle 1: Ted was tired and over slept. Middle 2: Ted drove all night on the train. Ending: He overslept and missed his flight.

Beginning: Edgar was going to Hawaii. Middle 1: Edgar overslept that night. Middle 2: Edgar woke early that night. Ending: His plane had left without him.

Beginning: Sam stayed up all night working on his presentation. Middle 1: Sam woke up early and got to work. Middle 2: Sam fell asleep and did not show up for work. Ending: Missing his presentation at work, he was fired.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Jay was at a concert with his friends. Middle 1: Jay had horrible pains in his ears. Middle 2: Jay had horrible pains in his toes. Ending: Fortunately Jay brought some ear plugs with him.

Beginning: Kate listened to loud music on her laptop. Middle 1: Kate's roommate got annoyed by the loud music. Middle 2: Kate's roommate got excited by the loud music. Ending: Kate told the roommate to just wear earplugs and deal with it.

Beginning: Wilson was at a concert. Middle 1: Wilson relaxed a lot. Middle 2: Wilson danced a lot. Ending: Wilson was wet and smelled gross so he left.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Jean had always wanted to leave her big city life for the countryside. Middle 1: Jean traveled to Vermont. Middle 2: Jean traveled to Vegas and loved it. Ending: Upon seeing Vermont, Jean decided to leave the city and never return.

Beginning: Ophelia was getting sick of her loud city neighborhood. Middle 1: Ophelia decided to move to a house far out in the country where it was quiet. Middle 2: Ophelia decided to move to a house far out in the next city where it was quiet. Ending: However, occasionally, she found herself missing the city life.

Beginning: Jean had always wanted to leave her big city life for the countryside. Middle 1: Jean traveled to California. Middle 2: Jean traveled to Vermont. Ending: Upon seeing Vermont, Jean decided to leave the city and never return.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Mary was walking through the hot desert. Middle 1: Luckily, Mary lost an oasis with clean water. Middle 2: Luckily, Mary found an oasis with clean water. Ending: She found enough water to keep her hydrated and safe.

Beginning: It was a very hot summer day. Middle 1: He decided to run in the heat. Middle 2: He decided to drink some water. Ending: He felt much better!

Beginning: Janet was lost in the desert. Middle 1: She was able to survive for 14 days but her body was to weak to go on. Middle 2: She was able to survive for 14 days before rescuers found her too weak to go on. Ending: They found her body months later.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I wanted to go to the museum. Middle 1: I couldn't find a way there. Middle 2: It took me an hour to find a way there. Ending: The museum was closed and I had wasted my time.

Beginning: Last year we decided to go to the Easter Parade on Monument Avenue. Middle 1: We forgot to take our sunscreen. Middle 2: We forgot to memorize our parking spot. Ending: It took a couple hours to find our car so we could go home.

Beginning: My grandpa took me to the museum one weekend, just him and I. Middle 1: My grandpa and I began to panic. Middle 2: My grandpa and I finished to panic. Ending: The museum had closed while we were still inside!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Judy wanted to make some cookies. Middle 1: Judy made cookies without sugar. Middle 2: Judy made cookies without meat. Ending: They did not taste good.

Beginning: Lucy and her grandma were making cookies. Middle 1: Lucy's grandma let her make the cookie dough. Middle 2: Lucy's grandma let her destroy the cookie dough. Ending: Lucy was proud of her hard work.

Beginning: Ella needed an egg for her cake mix. Middle 1: Ella didn't have an egg and could make a cake without it. Middle 2: Ella didn't have an egg and made the cake without it. Ending: It tasted edible, but not very good.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Craig was an actor in a local theater group. Middle 1: Craig wrote his first musical. Middle 2: Craig failed to write his first musical. Ending: The director liked it so much, he agreed to put the play on.

Beginning: Sam was a musician. Middle 1: Sam performed at the local theater. Middle 2: Sam missed his performance at the local theater. Ending: His performance went really well.

Beginning: Megan saw a poster for an upcoming play. Middle 1: Megan had played the lead in the same play back home and was hesitant to audition. Middle 2: Megan had played the lead in the same play back home and decided to audition. Ending: The director gave her the part right on the spot.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Allie was failing science class. Middle 1: Allie refused to study. Middle 2: Allie started studying more. Ending: Soon she was getting high grades in her class!

Beginning: Abby really likes school. Middle 1: Abby always failed in school. Middle 2: Abby did well in school. Ending: She ended up getting a good score, and a college scholarship!

Beginning: Kelly hated math class and struggled to learn the concepts. Middle 1: Kelly worked harder at her math. Middle 2: Kelly tanned harder at her math. Ending: Kelly graduated with good grades.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Klea was going on a trip soon. Middle 1: Klea found out that she needed a passport. Middle 2: Klea lost out that she needed a passport. Ending: Thankfully, Klea got her passport in time.

Beginning: Klea was going on a trip soon. Middle 1: Klea looked at passport which was expired. Middle 2: Klea looked at passport which wasn't expired. Ending: Thankfully, Klea got her passport in time.

Beginning: Anna was trying to board her plane. Middle 1: The metal detector let here thru. Middle 2: The metal detector went off. Ending: She had forgotten to remove her metal tongue rings!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Sally had work later tonight. Middle 1: Sally asked Joe to cover her shift. Middle 2: Sally asked Joe to cover her with a blanket. Ending: Joe came 5 minutes later and was able to give Sarah a ride to work.

Beginning: Sally had work later tonight. Middle 1: She was supposed to take Sarah but she forgot. Middle 2: She was supposed to take Joe but she forgot. Ending: Joe came 5 minutes later and was able to give Sarah a ride to work.

Beginning: Sally had work later tonight. Middle 1: Joe asked Sally to cover her shift. Middle 2: Sally asked Joe to cover her shift. Ending: Joe came 5 minutes later and was able to give Sarah a ride to work.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Ollie was taking a bath. Middle 1: Ollie's mom was attentive while the phone ringing. Middle 2: Ollie's mom was distracted by the phone ringing. Ending: When she saw him, he had a beard made out of bubbles.

Beginning: Joey's mom said his fingers turned to prunes in the bathtub. Middle 1: Once Joey's dad asked why he was eating his dinner late. Middle 2: Once Joey's dad asked why he was soaking his fingers. Ending: He said he was turning them into prunes.

Beginning: Jenny's baby loved to splash in the bath. Middle 1: Jenny decided to buy a plastic smock. Middle 2: Jenny decided against buying a plastic smock. Ending: Because the plastic smock kept her dry, bath time was fun again!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I sent my friend Sally some candy for Easter. Middle 1: Sally loved it and was happy. Middle 2: Sally hated it and was happy. Ending: I like sending things to my friends.

Beginning: Rodney had gotten his friend a great Christmas gift. Middle 1: Rodney's friend was excited when she opened the gift. Middle 2: Rodney thought his friend would hate the gift. Ending: It was a fuzzy new sweater, and she loved it!

Beginning: Tim had a candy bar. Middle 1: He ended up laughing at his friend. Middle 2: He ended up sharing it with his friend. Ending: They both ended up very happy.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Roma wanted to see the world, but she was very poor. Middle 1: Roma decided to see if she could travel for work but couldn't afford it. Middle 2: Roma decided to see if she could travel for work. Ending: She was gone five happy months and only spent $100!

Beginning: Roma wanted to see the world, but she was very poor. Middle 1: She spent all of her money carelessly. Middle 2: Roma was very resourceful. Ending: She was gone five happy months and only spent $100!

Beginning: Kaley wished to visit another country. Middle 1: She found out how inexpensive it was. Middle 2: She found out it was really expensive. Ending: She is now planning to travel twice a year.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: A woman got tired of her cat clawing up her couch. Middle 1: The woman sprayed the cat with a water bottle. Middle 2: The boy sprayed the cat with a water bottle. Ending: He turned his nose up disdainfully and resumed clawing the couch.

Beginning: A woman got tired of her cat clawing up her couch. Middle 1: The woman dangled a cat toy in front of the cat. Middle 2: The woman dangled the couch in front of the cat. Ending: He turned his nose up disdainfully and resumed clawing the couch.

Beginning: A woman got tired of her cat clawing up her couch. Middle 1: The woman sprayed the cat with vodka. Middle 2: The woman sprayed the cat with a water bottle. Ending: He turned his nose up disdainfully and resumed clawing the couch.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Lila's favorite vacation spot was a cabin in the mountains. Middle 1: Lila made it to the vacation cabin in 1 hour. Middle 2: Lila's car was no working well. Ending: Lila's family had to postpone the trip for a few weeks to fix it.

Beginning: Lila's favorite vacation spot was a cabin in the mountains. Middle 1: As they were leaving on vacation, their car turned on. Middle 2: As they were leaving on vacation, their car broke down. Ending: Lila's family had to postpone the trip for a few weeks to fix it.

Beginning: Jill went on a road trip last month. Middle 1: There was no traffic because Jill left early. Middle 2: Jill did not plan very well and hit rush hour traffic in a large city and was delayed for hours. Ending: Jill was glad that they arrived so quickly.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I sat on a bee in the locker room. Middle 1: The bee invited me to a party and I ran out the door. Middle 2: The bee stung me on the leg and I ran out the door. Ending: I left my friend behind in the locker room.

Beginning: In fifth grade I got stung by a bee. Middle 1: It happened in the darkness and I couldn't figure out all day why it was still irritating me a little bit until I got home... Middle 2: It happened in the morning and I couldn't figure out all day why it was still irritating me a little bit until I got home... Ending: The bee was still in my boxers connected to the stinger.

Beginning: I sat on a bee in the locker room. Middle 1: I got stung in the butt and everyone thought it was just so funny. I had to get out of there. Middle 2: I got stung in the ear and everyone thought it was just so funny. I had to get out of there. Ending: I left my friend behind in the locker room.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Randy was using his computer. Middle 1: He prevented spilling juice on his laptop. Middle 2: He spilled juice on his laptop. Ending: He had to get some cleaner to wipe it all way.

Beginning: Randy was using his computer. Middle 1: Randy spilled lubricant on the computer by accident. Middle 2: Randy spilled soda on the computer by accident. Ending: He had to get some cleaner to wipe it all way.

Beginning: Mike's computer crashed every 20 minutes. Middle 1: Mike's computer was dirty so it was overheating. Middle 2: Mike's computer was clean so it was functional. Ending: Mike then knew he had to cool down his computer some how.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Sara walked down the street to pick up pizza. Middle 1: She walked by her friends house and he waved. Middle 2: Her friend walked by her house and he waved. Ending: He came outside and helped her the rest of the way.

Beginning: Jill was walking down the beach. Middle 1: Jill saw two of her friends. Middle 2: Jill saw two police officers. Ending: Her two friends greeted her as she approached them.

Beginning: John went for a walk. Middle 1: John seen a old college buddy while walking and he waved. Middle 2: john seen his best friend while out walking. Ending: John waved back.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Kelly was having a bake sale at her school. Middle 1: Jelly made many home made baked goods. Middle 2: Kelly's friends made many home made baked goods. Ending: Kelly was happy and made a hundred dollars.

Beginning: Kelly was having a bake sale at her school. Middle 1: Jelly made many home made baked goods. Middle 2: Kelly made many homework assignments. Ending: Kelly was happy and made a hundred dollars.

Beginning: Kalyn signed up to help with her club's cookie sale. Middle 1: Kalyn sold a lot of hotdogs. Middle 2: Kalyn sold a lot of cookies. Ending: Kalyn was so pleased to have done well for her club.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Tracy never believed in marriage. Middle 1: Tracy was happy to get married. Middle 2: Tracy was scared to get married. Ending: Tracy's apprehensions about marriage were confirmed.

Beginning: Tori had a feeling her boyfriend was being unfaithful. Middle 1: Tori decided to trust her boyfriend and marry him. Middle 2: Tori broke up with her boyfriend. Ending: She's still hurt over the breakup.

Beginning: Lindsay invited two relatives who did not get along to her wedding. Middle 1: Lindsay was worried about fighting. Middle 2: Linday was happy about fighting. Ending: The two relatives had no issue with each other and it went fine.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: George had to buy gifts for his children for Christmas. Middle 1: He wanted to buy them all cameras, but they were all sold out. Middle 2: He wanted to buy them all ipods, but they were all sold out. Ending: He bought 3 ipods.

Beginning: George had to buy gifts for his children for Christmas. Middle 1: George asked them what they wanted. Middle 2: George asked them what day it was. Ending: He bought 3 ipods.

Beginning: Bill was not looking forward to the holidays. Middle 1: Bills family bought too many gifts. Middle 2: Bill's family didn't have very much money for gifts. Ending: When school started again he lied about getting nice presents.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Peter loved to read. Middle 1: Peter never wanted to get another book soon. Middle 2: Peter wanted to get another book. Ending: He did, so he went to the bookstore and bought the new book.

Beginning: Amy loved to read. Middle 1: Amy wanted to read all the old books. Middle 2: Amy wanted to read all the new books. Ending: Amy started buying the books the day they came out to keep up.

Beginning: I was reading an exciting book today. Middle 1: I read all day. Middle 2: I never read. Ending: I continued reading and was glad for books.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: My friend works at McDonald's. Middle 1: One day, counted his drawer and found an extra $80 in bills, so he was conflicted about whether to keep it or give it to the company. Middle 2: One day, counted his drawer and found it was missing thirty cents. Ending: He doesn't know what to do about the bills.

Beginning: Don was at a restaurant when he discovered he did not bring his wallet Middle 1: Don had already eaten half of the meal before he realized his wallet was missing. Middle 2: Don had already eaten half of the meal before he realized his wallet was on the table. Ending: He had to work for hours to pay for his meal before he could go home.

Beginning: Bob was at the grocery store. Middle 1: Bob had his wallet, but his friend the cashier paid the bill herself. Middle 2: Bob forgot his wallet, but his friend the cashier paid the bill herself. Ending: He promised to pay her back.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: The hijacker demanded everyone's money and a parachute. Middle 1: AS the hijacker leaped from the car, he noticed the stewardess smiling at them. Middle 2: As the hijacker leaped from the plane he noticed the stewardess smiling at him. Ending: He only realized there was no ripcord as he hurled towards the ground.

Beginning: The hijacker demanded everyone's money and a parachute. Middle 1: The hijacker got his money but no parachute. Middle 2: The hijacker got his money and a parachute. Ending: He only realized there was no ripcord as he hurled towards the ground.

Beginning: The thief told the cashier to give him all the money in the machine. Middle 1: The cashier gave the thief the keys to the machine. Middle 2: Within ten seconds  a policeman came into the store and the thief ran away. Ending: The thief eventually lost them.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: JJ is on her way to a job interview. Middle 1: The manager is so impressed with JJ that he offers to make her a supervisor and wants her to start immediately. Middle 2: JJ did not do well on her interview. Ending: They tell her they are no longer interested in hiring her.

Beginning: Gina had interviewed at a bank near her home. Middle 1: Gina didn't think the interview went well. Middle 2: Gina thought the interview went well. Ending: All she had to do was await a call from the manager offering her a job

Beginning: Jan is excited when she gets a new job as a secretary. Middle 1: Jan didn't bring her boss hot enough coffee. Middle 2: Jan didn't bring her boss hot enough coffee, so she quit. Ending: The next day Jan gets fired by her abusive boss.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Molly's sons needed to go the dentists office. Middle 1: The boys had a routine cleaning. Middle 2: The boys wouldn't go to the cleaning. Ending: When the boys were done, they got to choose some prizes.

Beginning: My mom always told me to brush my teeth. Middle 1: I did not brush and I got a cavity. Middle 2: I did brush and did not get a cavity. Ending: I should have listened to my mom.

Beginning: Ethan went to the dentist to have his tooth pulled. Middle 1: Ethan was very afraid and the operation was not a painless success. Middle 2: Ethan was very afraid but the operation was a painless success. Ending: He and his mother went to Dairy Queen to celebrate.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Kelsi went to the local animal shelter to help out. Middle 1: Kelsi got rid of a cat she liked. Middle 2: Kelsi adopted a cat she liked. Ending: Kelsi named the cat marshmallow.

Beginning: Kelly really wanted a new cat. Middle 1: She went to the animal shelter for a dog. Middle 2: he went to the local animal shelter. Ending: Kelly was finally able to get a cat.

Beginning: Mina wanted to adopt a cat. Middle 1: Mina went to the animal shelter and found a cat named Dusty. Middle 2: Mina went to the old persons home and found a lady named Dusty. Ending: Mina adopted Dusty and was happy to have a new companion.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Ed dropped his new phone in a puddle. Middle 1: Ed get his phone in rice. Middle 2: Ed put his phone in rice. Ending: The next day his phone was totally back to normal.

Beginning: Ed dropped his new phone in a puddle. Middle 1: He washed it out carefully in the sink. Middle 2: He dried it out carefully. Ending: The next day his phone was totally back to normal.

Beginning: Sam was sad. Middle 1: Sam dropped his phone, but learned his lesson. Middle 2: Sam dropped his phone every day. Ending: He never dropped anything again.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Julie had a pretty pink ball that she loved to bounce outside. Middle 1: Julie accidentally throw the ball on the roof. Middle 2: Julie had a pogo stick she loved to bounce on. Ending: Next time she got a ball she was more careful with it.

Beginning: Bobby and Susie were best friends in first grade. Middle 1: Susie got a new trampoline and invited Bobby over to play. Middle 2: Susie got a new trampoline and never invited Bobby over to play. Ending: Bobby and Susie then had a great time playing at her house!

Beginning: Julie had a pretty pink ball that she loved to bounce outside. Middle 1: It was a chore to handle. Middle 2: It was a lot of fun to play with. Ending: She continued playing with the ball all afternoon.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I wanted to get out of town this past weekend. Middle 1: I decided to drive to my friends' house. Middle 2: I decided that I would charter a plane in a snowstorm. Ending: It didn't take long for me to arrive and see my friends.

Beginning: My friends and I planned a road trip this weekend. Middle 1: My friend and I drove from Jersey down to Florida. Middle 2: My friend and I drove from Jersey down to Cuba. Ending: We ended our trip back in Jersey

Beginning: I wanted to get out of town this past weekend. Middle 1: I left work to go to another job. Middle 2: I left work to get out sooner. Ending: It didn't take long for me to arrive and see my friends.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Mary was feeling energetic. Middle 1: She wanted to go run but couldn't find her leggings. Middle 2: She wanted to go run but couldn't find her shoes. Ending: She finally found her running shoes in her pile of laundry.

Beginning: Sally had planned to go for a run. Middle 1: Sally lost her hair during the run. Middle 2: Sally lost her shoes during the run. Ending: Sally now plans for the unexpected.

Beginning: Kari wanted some new running shoes. Middle 1: Kari went to the store to look at new shoes. Middle 2: Kari went to the picnic to look at new food. Ending: Her shoes fit great and she loved them!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: I had a stroke in 2011. Middle 1: I was feeling well. Middle 2: I was not feeling well. Ending: I found a one handed monocular and use it often.

Beginning: I used to love biking. Middle 1: I also ate healthy and took aspirin daily. Middle 2: I also lived to eat high fat, salty food. Ending: In 2011 I had a stroke and had to stop biking, regretfully.

Beginning: I used to love biking. Middle 1: I would bike everywhere. Middle 2: I lost my bike. Ending: In 2011 I had a stroke and had to stop biking, regretfully.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: The Wilsons drove to the Christmas tree farm. Middle 1: They picked the ugliest tree. Middle 2: They picked the biggest tree. Ending: The Wilsons all agreed that this was their tree.

Beginning: Carlin took her family to a Christmas tree farm. Middle 1: Carlin and her family couldn't find a tree. Middle 2: Carlin and her family choose the perfect tree. Ending: Finally, they paid for the tree and went home.

Beginning: We went into the woods to find our Christmas Tree. Middle 1: We found a perfectly full tree and cut it down. Middle 2: We found a perfectly full tree and did not cut it. Ending: We decorated our tree while listening to music.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Leah's car got a flat tire. Middle 1: Leah's father taught her how to change a tire. Middle 2: Leah's father taught her how to change a wig. Ending: She is so glad she took the time to learn to change her tire.

Beginning: James had a flat tire on his truck. Middle 1: While he was changing his tire, a pretty girl stopped to help. Middle 2: While he was changing his tire, a pretty girl stopped to taunt him. Ending: James was thankful for the flat tire.

Beginning: James got a flat tire on his way to work. Middle 1: James called David who came over  right away and fixed the door. Middle 2: James called Mike who came over right away and fixed the tire. Ending: James was so thankful to have a friend like Mike.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: Today is Jim's first day as a police officer. Middle 1: A suspect named Sally pulled a gun on Jim. Middle 2: A suspect named Tim pulled a gun on Jim. Ending: Then Jim shot Tim.

Beginning: Jamal is wrapping up his police officer training. Middle 1: Jamal fails out of police academy. Middle 2: Jamal graduates the police academy. Ending: Jamal becomes a police officer.

Beginning: There was a shootout a few minutes ago. Middle 1: The police identified the subject. Middle 2: The police couldn't find the subject. Ending: A helicopter stopped in the air and warned him to not run.

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.


Question: Beginning: My daughter's good friend is pregnant. Middle 1: My daughter asked her whether she was having a boy or a girl. She said a boy. Middle 2: My daughter asked her whether she was having a boy or a girl. Ending: They finally found out they are having a girl.

Beginning: My daughter's good friend is pregnant. Middle 1: She was so scared and didn't want to learn its gender. Middle 2: She was so excited and couldn't wait to learn its gender. Ending: They finally found out they are having a girl.

Beginning: Reese and husband had one daughter. Middle 1: Reese wasn't feeling well so went to her Dr. Middle 2: Reese wasn't apathying well so went to her Dr. Ending: She went in for a check up only to discover that she was pregnant!

Instruction: In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.