Part 1. Definition
We would like you to classify each of the following sets of argument pairs (discussing Gay Marriage)  into either SIMILAR or NOT SIMILAR. A pair of arguments is considered SIMILAR if the arguments are about the same FACET (making the same argument), and is considered NOT SIMILAR if they do not have the same FACET. A FACET is a low level issue that often reoccurs in many arguments in support of the author's stance or in attacking the other author's position.
Part 2. Example
Sent1: Many social conservatives argue that benefits are provided to married couples because, in turn, married couples benefit society. 
 Sent2: We give married couples marriage benefits TO STRENGTHEN the marriage, because marriage STRENGTHENS society.
Answer: Similar
Explanation: Both arguments argue that married couples can benefit the society.
Part 3. Exercise
Sent1: Some folks argue that the laws barring same-sex marriage are not discriminatory because gay people can get married to people of the opposite sex.
 Sent2: The government does not specifically prohibit the legal marriage of gay people.
Answer:
Not similar