In this task, you're given a statement and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence can be inferred from the statement. Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or have details that are not mentioned in the statement. Indicate your answer as 1,2, or 3 corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.
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Question: Statement: Over the generations the castle has been expanded, but it is still essentially a family home, full of furniture, books, and family portraits. Choices:  1. The castle requires frequent upgrades. 2. The castle had been expanded over many generations. 3. The caste has never been changed over the years.

Answer: 2


Question: Statement: So they'll be gone by this winter--just as soon as the Christmas shopping season is over. Choices:  1. The in-laws are staying in town until the Christmas shopping season is over.  2. They'll stay long after the Christmas shopping season ends.  3. They will vacate after the Christmas season is over.

Answer: 3


Question: Statement: With a twist the blade snapped like a stick. Choices:  1. The blade was strong enough to handle the twist and stayed solid.  2. The blade snapped after being mangled. 3. A gentle twist of the blade made it snap. 

Answer:
2