Problem: (1) While the RFA services the fleet of the Royal Navy around the world , RFA crews are civilians and thus not eligible for Royal Navy awards and decorations .
(2) While the RFA serves the Royal Navy fleet around the world , RFA crews are civilians and thus not suitable for the awards and decorations of the Royal Navy .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) Ulpio Minucci ( June 29 , 1917 - March 9 , 2007 ) was an Italian-born American composer and musician .
(2) Ulpio Minucci ( June 29 , 1917 -- March 9 , 2007 ) was an Italian composer and musician .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: no

Problem: (1) Hastings Ndlovu was buried with Hector Pieterson at Avalon Cemetery in Johannesburg .
(2) Hastings Ndlovu was buried with Hector Pieterson at the Avalon cemetery in Johannesburg .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) He also appeared in musical films and later in life , in comedian roles .
(2) He also appeared in musical films and later in life , in comedic roles .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A:
yes