Problem: INS predicts that the smuggling will continue to increase and that alien smuggling organizations will become more sophisticated, organized, and complex.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
Steps are being taken to stop the smuggling of aliens.
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Answer: no


Problem: As hurricane Katrina moves beyond the Floridian peninsula, death tolls have begun to surface. On Friday, the official count was seven dead, at least five missing. 4 people in Broward, 3 in Miami. The forecast for Hurricane  Katrina predicts that it will continue on its present northwesterly course and approach the panhandle of Florida and the Mississippi delta region in the next few days.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
Hurricane Katrina hit Florida.
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Answer: yes


Problem: For Japanese yakuza, the most important thing is staying alive, and making money is second, the yakuza said.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
Yakuza are the Japanese mafia.
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Answer: no


Problem: With Washington hinting it might soften its tough stance to break the deadlock, top US negotiator, Christopher Hill, said the two sides needed to review the situation.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
Christopher Hill works for the US.
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Answer:
yes