Question: What is the name of the president at the social gathering?

Imagine a day in the life of the Pope family at Hill-Stead, their 33,000-square-foot, white clapboard, Colonial Revival-style home perched on a hilltop in Farmington. Perhaps they served lunch in their expansive dining room to a gathering of friends that included James McNeill Whistler, Mary Cassatt, Henry James, Edith Wharton and President Theodore Roosevelt. Maybe they retired to the drawing room, where, surrounded by Impressionist masterpieces, they enjoyed a concert performed on a custom-designed, six-legged Steinway grand piano. After that, they might have headed out for a round of golf on the six-hole course on the grounds, or taken a stroll along one of the paths that meandered through the picturesque farmland and vistas of the Litchfield Hills.

Answer: Theodore Roosevelt

Imagine a day in the life of the Pope family at Hill-Stead, their 33,000-square-foot, white clapboard, Colonial Revival-style home perched on a hilltop in Farmington. <hl> Perhaps they served lunch in their expansive dining room to a gathering of friends that included James McNeill Whistler, Mary Cassatt, Henry James, Edith Wharton and President Theodore Roosevelt . <hl> Maybe they retired to the drawing room, where, surrounded by Impressionist masterpieces, they enjoyed a concert performed on a custom-designed, six-legged Steinway grand piano. After that, they might have headed out for a round of golf on the six-hole course on the grounds, or taken a stroll along one of the paths that meandered through the picturesque farmland and vistas of the Litchfield Hills.

Imagine a day in the life of the Pope family at Hill-Stead, their 33,000-square-foot, white clapboard, Colonial Revival-style home perched on a hilltop in Farmington. Perhaps they served lunch in their expansive dining room to a gathering of friends that included James McNeill Whistler, Mary Cassatt, Henry James, Edith Wharton and President <hl> Theodore Roosevelt <hl>. Maybe they retired to the drawing room, where, surrounded by Impressionist masterpieces, they enjoyed a concert performed on a custom-designed, six-legged Steinway grand piano. After that, they might have headed out for a round of golf on the six-hole course on the grounds, or taken a stroll along one of the paths that meandered through the picturesque farmland and vistas of the Litchfield Hills.

Perhaps they served lunch in their expansive dining room to a gathering of friends that included James McNeill Whistler, Mary Cassatt, Henry James, Edith Wharton and President <hl> Theodore Roosevelt <hl> .


Question: What was reported wrong about the airbags?

An article on Wednesday about research suggesting that chimpanzees have the cognitive ability to cook misstated, at one point, the surname of the Harvard anthropologist who hypothesized that cooking has driven changes in human evolution. As the article correctly noted elsewhere, he is Richard Wrangham, not Wrangell. BUSINESS DAY An article on Tuesday about a decision by the airbag manufacturer Takata to continue using a chemical compound deemed dangerous by experts misstated the point at which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began receiving complaints about rupturing Takata airbags. It was in 2001, not “almost 15 years ago.” The error was repeated in articles on Sept. 15, 2014, and on May 20, which referred to the complaints as having started in 2000, rather than 2001. • An article on May 23 about the environmental threat posed by plastic microbeads used as exfoliating agents in personal care products misstated the source of PHA, a naturally occurring plastic that one company is developing as a biodegradable substitute. It is produced by bacteria, not by mushrooms. SPORTS

Answer: rupturing Takata airbags

An article on Wednesday about research suggesting that chimpanzees have the cognitive ability to cook misstated, at one point, the surname of the Harvard anthropologist who hypothesized that cooking has driven changes in human evolution. As the article correctly noted elsewhere, he is Richard Wrangham, not Wrangell. BUSINESS DAY <hl> An article on Tuesday about a decision by the airbag manufacturer Takata to continue using a chemical compound deemed dangerous by experts misstated the point at which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began receiving complaints about rupturing Takata airbags . <hl> It was in 2001, not “almost 15 years ago.” The error was repeated in articles on Sept. 15, 2014, and on May 20, which referred to the complaints as having started in 2000, rather than 2001. • An article on May 23 about the environmental threat posed by plastic microbeads used as exfoliating agents in personal care products misstated the source of PHA, a naturally occurring plastic that one company is developing as a biodegradable substitute. It is produced by bacteria, not by mushrooms. SPORTS

An article on Wednesday about research suggesting that chimpanzees have the cognitive ability to cook misstated, at one point, the surname of the Harvard anthropologist who hypothesized that cooking has driven changes in human evolution. As the article correctly noted elsewhere, he is Richard Wrangham, not Wrangell. BUSINESS DAY An article on Tuesday about a decision by the airbag manufacturer Takata to continue using a chemical compound deemed dangerous by experts misstated the point at which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began receiving complaints about <hl> rupturing Takata airbags <hl>. It was in 2001, not “almost 15 years ago.” The error was repeated in articles on Sept. 15, 2014, and on May 20, which referred to the complaints as having started in 2000, rather than 2001. • An article on May 23 about the environmental threat posed by plastic microbeads used as exfoliating agents in personal care products misstated the source of PHA, a naturally occurring plastic that one company is developing as a biodegradable substitute. It is produced by bacteria, not by mushrooms. SPORTS

An article on Tuesday about a decision by the airbag manufacturer Takata to continue using a chemical compound deemed dangerous by experts misstated the point at which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began receiving complaints about <hl> rupturing Takata airbags <hl> .


Question: What did a man use to film a New York city police officer?

Answer: cellphone camera

<hl> A New York City police officer who arrested a man as he tried to film him and other officers with a cellphone camera was charged on Tuesday with official misconduct and lying on a criminal complaint. <hl>

A New York City police officer who arrested a man as he tried to film him and other officers with a <hl> cellphone camera <hl> was charged on Tuesday with official misconduct and lying on a criminal complaint.


Question: Who created Decision Maker?

Sometimes, of course, you want an app to make the decision for you without any of your input. That’s where Decide Now, $1 on iOS, is great. Think of it like a wheel of fortune. You spin the on-screen wheel that’s labeled with different options and go with the one that’s selected by the marker when the wheel finally stops spinning. The app has many wheel options preloaded — like your options for a night on the town — or you can enter them. Decision Maker by Jonathan Chow is a similar, free Android app, although it’s not as attractive. But remember: The app doesn’t have to live with the consequences of your decision.  Quick Call
  Lumific is an intelligent photo gallery app that’s just hit Google’s Android app store after being in testing for a while. The app promises to organize your messy smartphone photo archive for you, including automatically choosing what it thinks is the best photo from a group of similar ones and even straightening up images you’ve snapped that are askew. It’s free — so give it a spin.

Answer: Jonathan Chow

Sometimes, of course, you want an app to make the decision for you without any of your input. That’s where Decide Now, $1 on iOS, is great. Think of it like a wheel of fortune. You spin the on-screen wheel that’s labeled with different options and go with the one that’s selected by the marker when the wheel finally stops spinning. The app has many wheel options preloaded — like your options for a night on the town — or you can enter them. <hl> Decision Maker by Jonathan Chow is a similar, free Android app, although it’s not as attractive. <hl> But remember: The app doesn’t have to live with the consequences of your decision. Quick Call Lumific is an intelligent photo gallery app that’s just hit Google’s Android app store after being in testing for a while. The app promises to organize your messy smartphone photo archive for you, including automatically choosing what it thinks is the best photo from a group of similar ones and even straightening up images you’ve snapped that are askew. It’s free — so give it a spin.

Sometimes, of course, you want an app to make the decision for you without any of your input. That’s where Decide Now, $1 on iOS, is great. Think of it like a wheel of fortune. You spin the on-screen wheel that’s labeled with different options and go with the one that’s selected by the marker when the wheel finally stops spinning. The app has many wheel options preloaded — like your options for a night on the town — or you can enter them. Decision Maker by <hl> Jonathan Chow <hl> is a similar, free Android app, although it’s not as attractive. But remember: The app doesn’t have to live with the consequences of your decision. Quick Call Lumific is an intelligent photo gallery app that’s just hit Google’s Android app store after being in testing for a while. The app promises to organize your messy smartphone photo archive for you, including automatically choosing what it thinks is the best photo from a group of similar ones and even straightening up images you’ve snapped that are askew. It’s free — so give it a spin.


Question: What store did the author stumble across?

I’m wearing a dress I picked up in New York City a few days ago, on sale at this really great store I stumbled upon called & Other Stories. I pretty much love everything they sell. I had never heard of them before, but now I’m a huge fan. When we played Pitchfork Festival, it was the brightest and hottest part of the day, so I borrowed my guitar player’s sunglasses because they matched my dress. But my favorite part of this outfit is definitely my gold shoes. I got them in Paris, on sale too, and they have become a staple in my stage wardrobe.  How much of a role do your clothes play in your performances? A huge part! I love wearing dresses, but more simplistic, classic looking dresses. It’s very important to be comfortable, and it has to be made out of material that will withstand being shoved in a suitcase and backpack everyday. It’s harder than you think to find a dress that’s your style and also made out of really durable material. When I find something that works, I tend to wear it over and over.

Answer: & Other Stories

<hl> I’m wearing a dress I picked up in New York City a few days ago, on sale at this really great store I stumbled upon called & Other Stories . <hl> I pretty much love everything they sell. I had never heard of them before, but now I’m a huge fan. When we played Pitchfork Festival, it was the brightest and hottest part of the day, so I borrowed my guitar player’s sunglasses because they matched my dress. But my favorite part of this outfit is definitely my gold shoes. I got them in Paris, on sale too, and they have become a staple in my stage wardrobe. How much of a role do your clothes play in your performances? A huge part! I love wearing dresses, but more simplistic, classic looking dresses. It’s very important to be comfortable, and it has to be made out of material that will withstand being shoved in a suitcase and backpack everyday. It’s harder than you think to find a dress that’s your style and also made out of really durable material. When I find something that works, I tend to wear it over and over.

I’m wearing a dress I picked up in New York City a few days ago, on sale at this really great store I stumbled upon called <hl> & Other Stories <hl>. I pretty much love everything they sell. I had never heard of them before, but now I’m a huge fan. When we played Pitchfork Festival, it was the brightest and hottest part of the day, so I borrowed my guitar player’s sunglasses because they matched my dress. But my favorite part of this outfit is definitely my gold shoes. I got them in Paris, on sale too, and they have become a staple in my stage wardrobe. How much of a role do your clothes play in your performances? A huge part! I love wearing dresses, but more simplistic, classic looking dresses. It’s very important to be comfortable, and it has to be made out of material that will withstand being shoved in a suitcase and backpack everyday. It’s harder than you think to find a dress that’s your style and also made out of really durable material. When I find something that works, I tend to wear it over and over.

I’m wearing a dress I picked up in New York City a few days ago, on sale at this really great store I stumbled upon called <hl> & Other Stories <hl> .


Question: Who was the Ukrainian officer?

Capt. Andrii Syurkalo, a Ukrainian officer, said it was commendable that the trainers were willing to use the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal as an element in a class on the Geneva Conventions. American officers described the course work as equivalent to the latter months of basic training in the United States. The courses will train 705 Ukrainian soldiers at a cost of $19 million over six months. The Ukrainian National Guard is rotating from the front what units it can spare for the training. American instructors intend to recommend top performers to serve as trainers within other Ukrainian units, and in this way spread the instruction more broadly.

Answer: Capt. Andrii Syurkalo

<hl> Capt. Andrii Syurkalo , a Ukrainian officer, said it was commendable that the trainers were willing to use the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal as an element in a class on the Geneva Conventions. <hl> American officers described the course work as equivalent to the latter months of basic training in the United States. The courses will train 705 Ukrainian soldiers at a cost of $19 million over six months. The Ukrainian National Guard is rotating from the front what units it can spare for the training. American instructors intend to recommend top performers to serve as trainers within other Ukrainian units, and in this way spread the instruction more broadly.

<hl> Capt. Andrii Syurkalo <hl>, a Ukrainian officer, said it was commendable that the trainers were willing to use the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal as an element in a class on the Geneva Conventions. American officers described the course work as equivalent to the latter months of basic training in the United States. The courses will train 705 Ukrainian soldiers at a cost of $19 million over six months. The Ukrainian National Guard is rotating from the front what units it can spare for the training. American instructors intend to recommend top performers to serve as trainers within other Ukrainian units, and in this way spread the instruction more broadly.

<hl> Capt. Andrii Syurkalo <hl> , a Ukrainian officer, said it was commendable that the trainers were willing to use the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal as an element in a class on the Geneva Conventions.


Question: Who was at the hospital with the victim?

An assailant wearing medical garb and wielding a box cutter attacked a 16-year-old girl who was walking to school in Queens on Wednesday morning, the police said. The attacker had not been captured by the afternoon, the police said. “She’s slashed in her face, twice,” said Robert K. Boyce, the New York Police Department’s chief of detectives. “Once from her ear to her throat, to the middle of her throat, and another part of the face as well.” The victim, an exchange student from China whom the police did not publicly identify, was taken to Long Island Jewish Medical Center with wounds that Chief Boyce said were not considered to be life-threatening. The attack, he said, “came out of nowhere.” The girl has been living in the country for eight months, Chief Boyce said. He said her sister and brother were with her at the hospital.

Answer: sister and brother

An assailant wearing medical garb and wielding a box cutter attacked a 16-year-old girl who was walking to school in Queens on Wednesday morning, the police said. The attacker had not been captured by the afternoon, the police said. “She’s slashed in her face, twice,” said Robert K. Boyce, the New York Police Department’s chief of detectives. “Once from her ear to her throat, to the middle of her throat, and another part of the face as well.” The victim, an exchange student from China whom the police did not publicly identify, was taken to Long Island Jewish Medical Center with wounds that Chief Boyce said were not considered to be life-threatening. The attack, he said, “came out of nowhere.” The girl has been living in the country for eight months, Chief Boyce said. <hl> He said her sister and brother were with her at the hospital. <hl>

An assailant wearing medical garb and wielding a box cutter attacked a 16-year-old girl who was walking to school in Queens on Wednesday morning, the police said. The attacker had not been captured by the afternoon, the police said. “She’s slashed in her face, twice,” said Robert K. Boyce, the New York Police Department’s chief of detectives. “Once from her ear to her throat, to the middle of her throat, and another part of the face as well.” The victim, an exchange student from China whom the police did not publicly identify, was taken to Long Island Jewish Medical Center with wounds that Chief Boyce said were not considered to be life-threatening. The attack, he said, “came out of nowhere.” The girl has been living in the country for eight months, Chief Boyce said. He said her <hl> sister and brother <hl> were with her at the hospital.


Question: How old is Rep. Ryan?

Of course, most lawmakers in Washington spend long periods away from family. But by declaring the preservation of his family life a key concern in taking on a job that is a seven-day-a-week venture — the sort of job he sought once before, in 2012, when he was the Republican vice-presidential nominee — Mr. Ryan, 45, may be ushering in a new era for a position traditionally held by older congressmen who spent years rising through party ranks. “In U.S. society, we often talk about ‘working moms’ but not about ‘working dads,’ and the work-life policies that organizations do provide are often considered as being mainly for women,” said Erika Kirby a professor of communication studies and an authority on work-life issues at Creighton University in Omaha. “So I think Representative Ryan’s call for protecting his family time within a demanding job is extremely significant.”

Answer: 45

Of course, most lawmakers in Washington spend long periods away from family. <hl> But by declaring the preservation of his family life a key concern in taking on a job that is a seven-day-a-week venture — the sort of job he sought once before, in 2012, when he was the Republican vice-presidential nominee — Mr. Ryan, 45 , may be ushering in a new era for a position traditionally held by older congressmen who spent years rising through party ranks. <hl> “In U.S. society, we often talk about ‘working moms’ but not about ‘working dads,’ and the work-life policies that organizations do provide are often considered as being mainly for women,” said Erika Kirby a professor of communication studies and an authority on work-life issues at Creighton University in Omaha. “So I think Representative Ryan’s call for protecting his family time within a demanding job is extremely significant.”

Of course, most lawmakers in Washington spend long periods away from family. But by declaring the preservation of his family life a key concern in taking on a job that is a seven-day-a-week venture — the sort of job he sought once before, in 2012, when he was the Republican vice-presidential nominee — Mr. Ryan, <hl> 45 <hl>, may be ushering in a new era for a position traditionally held by older congressmen who spent years rising through party ranks. “In U.S. society, we often talk about ‘working moms’ but not about ‘working dads,’ and the work-life policies that organizations do provide are often considered as being mainly for women,” said Erika Kirby a professor of communication studies and an authority on work-life issues at Creighton University in Omaha. “So I think Representative Ryan’s call for protecting his family time within a demanding job is extremely significant.”

But by declaring the preservation of his family life a key concern in taking on a job that is a seven-day-a-week venture — the sort of job he sought once before, in 2012, when he was the Republican vice-presidential nominee — Mr. Ryan, <hl> 45 <hl> , may be ushering in a new era for a position traditionally held by older congressmen who spent years rising through party ranks.


Question: Where was the image of a movie poster having a face of a woman in ecstasy?

Among the authority’s list of banned items: violent images that could scare children, material that could “incite or provoke violence,” and ads for escort services and tobacco products. Then there is the provision about depicting sexual activities in an offensive manner, which leaves room for interpretation. An ad on the F train has an image of a movie poster depicting the face of a woman in the throes of ecstasy next to the caption, “The heart wants, the flesh takes.” At least one rider sitting near the ad on a recent morning said it seemed inappropriate for children. “I glanced at it from the side of my eye, but I didn’t really care to read it,” said the passenger, Tara Griffiths, 21, a student at St. John’s University in Queens. “It reminds me of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey.’ ”

Answer: on the F train

Among the authority’s list of banned items: violent images that could scare children, material that could “incite or provoke violence,” and ads for escort services and tobacco products. Then there is the provision about depicting sexual activities in an offensive manner, which leaves room for interpretation. <hl> An ad on the F train has an image of a movie poster depicting the face of a woman in the throes of ecstasy next to the caption, “The heart wants, the flesh takes.” <hl> At least one rider sitting near the ad on a recent morning said it seemed inappropriate for children. “I glanced at it from the side of my eye, but I didn’t really care to read it,” said the passenger, Tara Griffiths, 21, a student at St. John’s University in Queens. “It reminds me of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey.’ ”

Among the authority’s list of banned items: violent images that could scare children, material that could “incite or provoke violence,” and ads for escort services and tobacco products. Then there is the provision about depicting sexual activities in an offensive manner, which leaves room for interpretation. An ad <hl> on the F train <hl> has an image of a movie poster depicting the face of a woman in the throes of ecstasy next to the caption, “The heart wants, the flesh takes.” At least one rider sitting near the ad on a recent morning said it seemed inappropriate for children. “I glanced at it from the side of my eye, but I didn’t really care to read it,” said the passenger, Tara Griffiths, 21, a student at St. John’s University in Queens. “It reminds me of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey.’ ”


Question: Which college's student body has more pupils with Pell grants than all the ivy league schools put together?

Students like Ms. Lopez are one reason that Irvine’s student body includes more students with Pell grants than all eight colleges of the Ivy League combined. It’s true that the California colleges have a built-in advantage: the many high-performing students from immigrant families who live there. But that’s hardly the only reason for the economic diversity. The University of California’s aggressive steps to recruit, admit, enroll and support low-income students are also crucial. “It takes a lot of systematic effort,” Mr. Gillman, the Irvine chancellor, said. And yet American society seems to be making less of this broad effort than it once did.

Answer: Irvine’s

<hl> Students like Ms. Lopez are one reason that Irvine’s student body includes more students with Pell grants than all eight colleges of the Ivy League combined. <hl> It’s true that the California colleges have a built-in advantage: the many high-performing students from immigrant families who live there. But that’s hardly the only reason for the economic diversity. The University of California’s aggressive steps to recruit, admit, enroll and support low-income students are also crucial. “It takes a lot of systematic effort,” Mr. Gillman, the Irvine chancellor, said. And yet American society seems to be making less of this broad effort than it once did.

Students like Ms. Lopez are one reason that <hl> Irvine’s <hl> student body includes more students with Pell grants than all eight colleges of the Ivy League combined. It’s true that the California colleges have a built-in advantage: the many high-performing students from immigrant families who live there. But that’s hardly the only reason for the economic diversity. The University of California’s aggressive steps to recruit, admit, enroll and support low-income students are also crucial. “It takes a lot of systematic effort,” Mr. Gillman, the Irvine chancellor, said. And yet American society seems to be making less of this broad effort than it once did.


Question: The author's believes his family could fill a team of which sport?

In our neighborhood, we were the small family, at least among the Irish and Italians. A few doors down, there were 12 kids in one house, 14 in another. We could almost field a full baseball team. But the Flynns, they could put an entire football lineup on a snowy field at Thanksgiving, with reserves. My mother agonized over what to do. She was devout, though starting to read progressive Catholic magazines like Commonweal, which published the essays of Hannah Arendt and the poetry of W.H. Auden. We loved Robert F. Kennedy’s family: 11 kids, and Ethel looks great. Bobby himself was the seventh of nine. Of course, they had money, so it looked glamorous.

Answer: baseball

In our neighborhood, we were the small family, at least among the Irish and Italians. A few doors down, there were 12 kids in one house, 14 in another. <hl> We could almost field a full baseball team. <hl> But the Flynns, they could put an entire football lineup on a snowy field at Thanksgiving, with reserves. My mother agonized over what to do. She was devout, though starting to read progressive Catholic magazines like Commonweal, which published the essays of Hannah Arendt and the poetry of W.H. Auden. We loved Robert F. Kennedy’s family: 11 kids, and Ethel looks great. Bobby himself was the seventh of nine. Of course, they had money, so it looked glamorous.

In our neighborhood, we were the small family, at least among the Irish and Italians. A few doors down, there were 12 kids in one house, 14 in another. We could almost field a full <hl> baseball <hl> team. But the Flynns, they could put an entire football lineup on a snowy field at Thanksgiving, with reserves. My mother agonized over what to do. She was devout, though starting to read progressive Catholic magazines like Commonweal, which published the essays of Hannah Arendt and the poetry of W.H. Auden. We loved Robert F. Kennedy’s family: 11 kids, and Ethel looks great. Bobby himself was the seventh of nine. Of course, they had money, so it looked glamorous.


Question: Which religion is interpreted to make women inferior?

Religions are at their best when they deal with the theological realm or big global issues. Religions are at their worst when they muddle in sex, and question whom you can love. Many interpretations of Islam, regarding women, are an abomination. Mormons, until about an hour ago, had long made gays feel immoral and inferior — this from a religion where the founders were men who had 50 wives. Strict Catholic doctrine about sex, still on the books, could not be preached by Pope Francis with a straight face.

Answer: Islam

Religions are at their best when they deal with the theological realm or big global issues. Religions are at their worst when they muddle in sex, and question whom you can love. <hl> Many interpretations of Islam , regarding women, are an abomination. <hl> Mormons, until about an hour ago, had long made gays feel immoral and inferior — this from a religion where the founders were men who had 50 wives. Strict Catholic doctrine about sex, still on the books, could not be preached by Pope Francis with a straight face.

Religions are at their best when they deal with the theological realm or big global issues. Religions are at their worst when they muddle in sex, and question whom you can love. Many interpretations of <hl> Islam <hl>, regarding women, are an abomination. Mormons, until about an hour ago, had long made gays feel immoral and inferior — this from a religion where the founders were men who had 50 wives. Strict Catholic doctrine about sex, still on the books, could not be preached by Pope Francis with a straight face.

Many interpretations of <hl> Islam <hl> , regarding women, are an abomination.


Question: What is Arthur Wilson's job?

Long Island’s high electric costs have made it an attractive market for solar. About 40 percent of all systems installed in New York are on Long Island, according to the state’s Energy Research and Development Authority. Buyers are “certainly willing to pay more” for a house with the electric bills to prove the savings attached to its solar system, Mr. O’Connor said. But, he added, most lenders haven’t yet recognized that market shift. Arthur Wilson, a builder developing five homes (all presold) with geothermal and solar panels in Middle Island on Long Island, has had his own issues with lenders. He said that an appraisal of $498,000 for the second house to be completed was recently “shot down” as too high by bank reviewers who he said were untrained in valuing green home features.

Answer: a builder

Long Island’s high electric costs have made it an attractive market for solar. About 40 percent of all systems installed in New York are on Long Island, according to the state’s Energy Research and Development Authority. Buyers are “certainly willing to pay more” for a house with the electric bills to prove the savings attached to its solar system, Mr. O’Connor said. But, he added, most lenders haven’t yet recognized that market shift. <hl> Arthur Wilson, a builder developing five homes (all presold) with geothermal and solar panels in Middle Island on Long Island, has had his own issues with lenders. <hl> He said that an appraisal of $498,000 for the second house to be completed was recently “shot down” as too high by bank reviewers who he said were untrained in valuing green home features.

Long Island’s high electric costs have made it an attractive market for solar. About 40 percent of all systems installed in New York are on Long Island, according to the state’s Energy Research and Development Authority. Buyers are “certainly willing to pay more” for a house with the electric bills to prove the savings attached to its solar system, Mr. O’Connor said. But, he added, most lenders haven’t yet recognized that market shift. Arthur Wilson, <hl> a builder <hl> developing five homes (all presold) with geothermal and solar panels in Middle Island on Long Island, has had his own issues with lenders. He said that an appraisal of $498,000 for the second house to be completed was recently “shot down” as too high by bank reviewers who he said were untrained in valuing green home features.


Question: What sport does Alex play?

Until his health began to fail, we traveled to see the Cubs in San Francisco and San Diego, and Arizona, where in 2007 we took my son, Alex, to the first round of the National League playoffs so he could be duly indoctrinated: two games against the Diamondbacks, two losses by the Cubs. In truth, as time passes, the results have mattered less than the time we had together. The Cubs have been, more than anything else, a shared experience. I will remember that this October, when they reach the World Series. I plan to take Alex with me. But first I will have to speak with his high school basketball coach. I do not imagine he will be happy about my son missing practice right before the start of the season, so I am prepared to explain that the Cubs do not play in a World Series every day. If necessary, there is a deal I am prepared to make.

Answer: basketball

Until his health began to fail, we traveled to see the Cubs in San Francisco and San Diego, and Arizona, where in 2007 we took my son, Alex, to the first round of the National League playoffs so he could be duly indoctrinated: two games against the Diamondbacks, two losses by the Cubs. In truth, as time passes, the results have mattered less than the time we had together. The Cubs have been, more than anything else, a shared experience. I will remember that this October, when they reach the World Series. I plan to take Alex with me. <hl> But first I will have to speak with his high school basketball coach. <hl> I do not imagine he will be happy about my son missing practice right before the start of the season, so I am prepared to explain that the Cubs do not play in a World Series every day. If necessary, there is a deal I am prepared to make.

Until his health began to fail, we traveled to see the Cubs in San Francisco and San Diego, and Arizona, where in 2007 we took my son, Alex, to the first round of the National League playoffs so he could be duly indoctrinated: two games against the Diamondbacks, two losses by the Cubs. In truth, as time passes, the results have mattered less than the time we had together. The Cubs have been, more than anything else, a shared experience. I will remember that this October, when they reach the World Series. I plan to take Alex with me. But first I will have to speak with his high school <hl> basketball <hl> coach. I do not imagine he will be happy about my son missing practice right before the start of the season, so I am prepared to explain that the Cubs do not play in a World Series every day. If necessary, there is a deal I am prepared to make.


Question: How many shots did Russell Westbook take?

The bombardment of loud sounds and bright sights was relentless. Every stoppage of play was put to use. The casts of multiple Broadway shows did musical numbers during some of the extra-long timeouts. In others, celebrated retired players associated with New York basketball, including the current Knicks president, Phil Jackson, were honored at center court. Late in the fourth quarter, fans were encouraged to stand for a karaoke version of “New York, New York.” Almost no one did. There was basketball, too, of sorts. Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder took 28 shots, scored 41 points and won the Most Valuable Player Award. LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers led the Eastern Conference with 30 points. It was the second time that an All-Star team exceeded 160 points; last year was the first.

Answer: 28

The bombardment of loud sounds and bright sights was relentless. Every stoppage of play was put to use. The casts of multiple Broadway shows did musical numbers during some of the extra-long timeouts. In others, celebrated retired players associated with New York basketball, including the current Knicks president, Phil Jackson, were honored at center court. Late in the fourth quarter, fans were encouraged to stand for a karaoke version of “New York, New York.” Almost no one did. There was basketball, too, of sorts. <hl> Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder took 28 shots, scored 41 points and won the Most Valuable Player Award. <hl> LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers led the Eastern Conference with 30 points. It was the second time that an All-Star team exceeded 160 points; last year was the first.

The bombardment of loud sounds and bright sights was relentless. Every stoppage of play was put to use. The casts of multiple Broadway shows did musical numbers during some of the extra-long timeouts. In others, celebrated retired players associated with New York basketball, including the current Knicks president, Phil Jackson, were honored at center court. Late in the fourth quarter, fans were encouraged to stand for a karaoke version of “New York, New York.” Almost no one did. There was basketball, too, of sorts. Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder took <hl> 28 <hl> shots, scored 41 points and won the Most Valuable Player Award. LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers led the Eastern Conference with 30 points. It was the second time that an All-Star team exceeded 160 points; last year was the first.


Question: Who is trying to get ahead of all this?

Mr. Singhal and his group are trying to get ahead of all this with a combination of offense and defense. He and his team have moved to reinforce the golden goose that is Google’s web-based search engine by updating its ranking algorithms so that websites it deems mobile-unfriendly fall in search rankings. And they have spent five years building products like the Knowledge Graph, which responds to queries with answers. That adds power to tools like voice search and produces instant results that smartphone users appreciate because if the answer is right, they can just glance at their phone and move on, without having to click anything.

Answer: Mr. Singhal

<hl> Mr. Singhal and his group are trying to get ahead of all this with a combination of offense and defense. <hl> He and his team have moved to reinforce the golden goose that is Google’s web-based search engine by updating its ranking algorithms so that websites it deems mobile-unfriendly fall in search rankings. And they have spent five years building products like the Knowledge Graph, which responds to queries with answers. That adds power to tools like voice search and produces instant results that smartphone users appreciate because if the answer is right, they can just glance at their phone and move on, without having to click anything.

<hl> Mr. Singhal <hl> and his group are trying to get ahead of all this with a combination of offense and defense. He and his team have moved to reinforce the golden goose that is Google’s web-based search engine by updating its ranking algorithms so that websites it deems mobile-unfriendly fall in search rankings. And they have spent five years building products like the Knowledge Graph, which responds to queries with answers. That adds power to tools like voice search and produces instant results that smartphone users appreciate because if the answer is right, they can just glance at their phone and move on, without having to click anything.


Question: What feels pain after 20 weeks of fertilization?

European Union leaders may approve a plan today to distribute 120,000 asylum seekers among member states, one day after a decision to move ahead was forced through by a majority vote. The plan, which barely addresses the crisis, is intended to display unity in the face of the largest movement of migrants on the Continent since World War II. • On Capitol Hill. Senate Republicans failed to advance a bill on legislation outlawing abortion at 20 weeks after fertilization. The legislation is based on the idea, rejected by mainstream medical groups, that a fetus feels pain then.

Answer: fetus feels pain

European Union leaders may approve a plan today to distribute 120,000 asylum seekers among member states, one day after a decision to move ahead was forced through by a majority vote. The plan, which barely addresses the crisis, is intended to display unity in the face of the largest movement of migrants on the Continent since World War II. • On Capitol Hill. Senate Republicans failed to advance a bill on legislation outlawing abortion at 20 weeks after fertilization. <hl> The legislation is based on the idea, rejected by mainstream medical groups, that a fetus feels pain then. <hl>

European Union leaders may approve a plan today to distribute 120,000 asylum seekers among member states, one day after a decision to move ahead was forced through by a majority vote. The plan, which barely addresses the crisis, is intended to display unity in the face of the largest movement of migrants on the Continent since World War II. • On Capitol Hill. Senate Republicans failed to advance a bill on legislation outlawing abortion at 20 weeks after fertilization. The legislation is based on the idea, rejected by mainstream medical groups, that a <hl> fetus feels pain <hl> then.


Question: What is Jeremy Corbyn the leader of?

The run-up to the vote also amounted to a low point for Jeremy Corbyn, the new leader of the opposition Labour Party. While Mr. Corbyn opposes British military action over Syria, some of Labour’s senior figures, including the party’s spokesman on foreign affairs, Hilary Benn, supported it, and Mr. Corbyn was forced to allow his lawmakers to vote freely on the issue in an effort to avoid a intraparty clash amid threatened resignations. In an impassioned speech that won a rousing reception Wednesday night, Mr. Benn argued that “every state has the right to defend itself” and asked “why would we not uphold the settled will of the United Nations?”

Answer: the opposition Labour Party

<hl> The run-up to the vote also amounted to a low point for Jeremy Corbyn, the new leader of the opposition Labour Party . <hl> While Mr. Corbyn opposes British military action over Syria, some of Labour’s senior figures, including the party’s spokesman on foreign affairs, Hilary Benn, supported it, and Mr. Corbyn was forced to allow his lawmakers to vote freely on the issue in an effort to avoid a intraparty clash amid threatened resignations. In an impassioned speech that won a rousing reception Wednesday night, Mr. Benn argued that “every state has the right to defend itself” and asked “why would we not uphold the settled will of the United Nations?”

The run-up to the vote also amounted to a low point for Jeremy Corbyn, the new leader of <hl> the opposition Labour Party <hl>. While Mr. Corbyn opposes British military action over Syria, some of Labour’s senior figures, including the party’s spokesman on foreign affairs, Hilary Benn, supported it, and Mr. Corbyn was forced to allow his lawmakers to vote freely on the issue in an effort to avoid a intraparty clash amid threatened resignations. In an impassioned speech that won a rousing reception Wednesday night, Mr. Benn argued that “every state has the right to defend itself” and asked “why would we not uphold the settled will of the United Nations?”

The run-up to the vote also amounted to a low point for Jeremy Corbyn, the new leader of <hl> the opposition Labour Party <hl> .


Question: where is the conflict?

“Today’s action underscores our resolve to maintain pressure on Russia for violating international law and fueling the conflict in eastern Ukraine,” said John E. Smith, the acting director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control at the Treasury Department. “Our message is clear: We will continue to act to ensure the effectiveness of our sanctions.” But senior administration officials said the new actions were a routine step, and not an escalation of economic sanctions aimed at pressuring Mr. Putin and the Russian government.

Answer: Ukraine

<hl> “Today’s action underscores our resolve to maintain pressure on Russia for violating international law and fueling the conflict in eastern Ukraine ,” said John E. Smith, the acting director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control at the Treasury Department. <hl> “Our message is clear: We will continue to act to ensure the effectiveness of our sanctions.” But senior administration officials said the new actions were a routine step, and not an escalation of economic sanctions aimed at pressuring Mr. Putin and the Russian government.

“Today’s action underscores our resolve to maintain pressure on Russia for violating international law and fueling the conflict in eastern <hl> Ukraine <hl>,” said John E. Smith, the acting director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control at the Treasury Department. “Our message is clear: We will continue to act to ensure the effectiveness of our sanctions.” But senior administration officials said the new actions were a routine step, and not an escalation of economic sanctions aimed at pressuring Mr. Putin and the Russian government.

“Today’s action underscores our resolve to maintain pressure on Russia for violating international law and fueling the conflict in eastern <hl> Ukraine <hl> ,” said John E. Smith, the acting director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control at the Treasury Department.


Question: Which gallery has a organic and natural modern approach to furniture?

Moderne An organic and natural modern approach to furniture is on view at Moderne Gallery of Philadelphia, which is showing a sofa designed in 1968 by Wharton Esherick, a leading midcentury craftsman. Made of cherry and walnut, the biomorphic shape recalls sculptures by Alberto Giacometti, Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore, and functions as both sculpture and sofa. When the wood along the back of the sofa expands because of temperature and humidity, it reveals red paint, creating a kind of striped effect. Friedman Benda Nature is corralled in a more humorous way by the Brazilian designers and brothers Humberto and Fernando Campana in their “Bolotas” (2015) chairs at Friedman Benda, near the entrance to the fair. “Bolotas” means “acorns” in Portuguese, and the chairs, covered with chestnut-colored sheep’s wool, do simulate the look of acorns, as well as of unshaven sheep, shag carpeting or bean bags. They are, nonetheless, shockingly comfortable. David Gill Arguably the goofiest object at Salon is the “Jungle V.I.P.” chandelier from 2014, designed by Barnaby Barford. Made with crystal, brass, sculpted foam and wire, the fixture hangs at a tilt, thanks to a black crystal monkey dangling from its rim. In another context, it might read like a sculpture by Maurizio Cattelan or any number of young artists given to sight gags. Like many of the objects in this show, however, the chandelier is a strong statement against taking art or design too seriously, and for mixing materials, histories, traditions and sensibilities as irreverently as possible.

Answer: Moderne Gallery of Philadelphia

<hl> Moderne An organic and natural modern approach to furniture is on view at Moderne Gallery of Philadelphia , which is showing a sofa designed in 1968 by Wharton Esherick, a leading midcentury craftsman. <hl> Made of cherry and walnut, the biomorphic shape recalls sculptures by Alberto Giacometti, Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore, and functions as both sculpture and sofa. When the wood along the back of the sofa expands because of temperature and humidity, it reveals red paint, creating a kind of striped effect. Friedman Benda Nature is corralled in a more humorous way by the Brazilian designers and brothers Humberto and Fernando Campana in their “Bolotas” (2015) chairs at Friedman Benda, near the entrance to the fair. “Bolotas” means “acorns” in Portuguese, and the chairs, covered with chestnut-colored sheep’s wool, do simulate the look of acorns, as well as of unshaven sheep, shag carpeting or bean bags. They are, nonetheless, shockingly comfortable. David Gill Arguably the goofiest object at Salon is the “Jungle V.I.P.” chandelier from 2014, designed by Barnaby Barford. Made with crystal, brass, sculpted foam and wire, the fixture hangs at a tilt, thanks to a black crystal monkey dangling from its rim. In another context, it might read like a sculpture by Maurizio Cattelan or any number of young artists given to sight gags. Like many of the objects in this show, however, the chandelier is a strong statement against taking art or design too seriously, and for mixing materials, histories, traditions and sensibilities as irreverently as possible.

Moderne An organic and natural modern approach to furniture is on view at <hl> Moderne Gallery of Philadelphia <hl>, which is showing a sofa designed in 1968 by Wharton Esherick, a leading midcentury craftsman. Made of cherry and walnut, the biomorphic shape recalls sculptures by Alberto Giacometti, Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore, and functions as both sculpture and sofa. When the wood along the back of the sofa expands because of temperature and humidity, it reveals red paint, creating a kind of striped effect. Friedman Benda Nature is corralled in a more humorous way by the Brazilian designers and brothers Humberto and Fernando Campana in their “Bolotas” (2015) chairs at Friedman Benda, near the entrance to the fair. “Bolotas” means “acorns” in Portuguese, and the chairs, covered with chestnut-colored sheep’s wool, do simulate the look of acorns, as well as of unshaven sheep, shag carpeting or bean bags. They are, nonetheless, shockingly comfortable. David Gill Arguably the goofiest object at Salon is the “Jungle V.I.P.” chandelier from 2014, designed by Barnaby Barford. Made with crystal, brass, sculpted foam and wire, the fixture hangs at a tilt, thanks to a black crystal monkey dangling from its rim. In another context, it might read like a sculpture by Maurizio Cattelan or any number of young artists given to sight gags. Like many of the objects in this show, however, the chandelier is a strong statement against taking art or design too seriously, and for mixing materials, histories, traditions and sensibilities as irreverently as possible.

Moderne An organic and natural modern approach to furniture is on view at <hl> Moderne Gallery of Philadelphia <hl> , which is showing a sofa designed in 1968 by Wharton Esherick, a leading midcentury craftsman.


Question: Who directed "The King's Speech"?

‘The Danish Girl’ (R, 2:00) The story of a transgender pioneer, Lili Elbe, becomes a tasteful, sensitive and somewhat inert costume drama in the hands of Tom Hooper (“The King’s Speech.”) Eddie Redmayne plays Lili, whom we first encounter as Einar Wegener, a Danish landscape painter. His wife, Gerda (Alicia Vikander), also an artist, is the emotional center of the film, in part because Mr. Redmayne’s performance, while technically flawless, keeps the audience at a distance from Lili’s experience. (Scott)

Answer: Tom Hooper

‘The Danish Girl’ (R, 2:00) <hl> The story of a transgender pioneer, Lili Elbe, becomes a tasteful, sensitive and somewhat inert costume drama in the hands of Tom Hooper (“The King’s Speech.”) <hl> Eddie Redmayne plays Lili, whom we first encounter as Einar Wegener, a Danish landscape painter. His wife, Gerda (Alicia Vikander), also an artist, is the emotional center of the film, in part because Mr. Redmayne’s performance, while technically flawless, keeps the audience at a distance from Lili’s experience. (Scott)

‘The Danish Girl’ (R, 2:00) The story of a transgender pioneer, Lili Elbe, becomes a tasteful, sensitive and somewhat inert costume drama in the hands of <hl> Tom Hooper <hl> (“The King’s Speech.”) Eddie Redmayne plays Lili, whom we first encounter as Einar Wegener, a Danish landscape painter. His wife, Gerda (Alicia Vikander), also an artist, is the emotional center of the film, in part because Mr. Redmayne’s performance, while technically flawless, keeps the audience at a distance from Lili’s experience. (Scott)


Question: Which two rights has Mr. Faulkner opposed to?

But Mr. Faulkner also acknowledged that his mayoral bid was very much a work in progress. The pastor said he had yet to speak with either of the city’s last two Republican mayors, Michael R. Bloomberg and Rudolph W. Giuliani, about his campaign. Queried about his ideas for affordable housing, Mr. Faulkner said he would have more specific policy proposals within a year. Although Republicans intend to back a strong candidate against Mr. de Blasio, the party does not have a deep bench. Speculation so far has focused on Raymond W. Kelly, who was the police commissioner under Mayor Bloomberg, and Eva S. Moskowitz, the charter school executive who was previously elected to office as a Democrat, but has clashed bitterly with Mr. de Blasio over education policy. Mr. Faulkner is a social conservative who has opposed abortion rights and same-sex marriage. (Asked about his views on same-sex marriage on Monday, Mr. Faulkner said that the mayor of New York City had no role in the issue.) Still, clad in a pinstriped suit with a blue ribbon pinned to his chest — to show support for the police, he said — Mr. Faulkner said he had the force of personality and the right philosophy of government to lead New York.

Answer: abortion rights and same-sex marriage

But Mr. Faulkner also acknowledged that his mayoral bid was very much a work in progress. The pastor said he had yet to speak with either of the city’s last two Republican mayors, Michael R. Bloomberg and Rudolph W. Giuliani, about his campaign. Queried about his ideas for affordable housing, Mr. Faulkner said he would have more specific policy proposals within a year. Although Republicans intend to back a strong candidate against Mr. de Blasio, the party does not have a deep bench. Speculation so far has focused on Raymond W. Kelly, who was the police commissioner under Mayor Bloomberg, and Eva S. Moskowitz, the charter school executive who was previously elected to office as a Democrat, but has clashed bitterly with Mr. de Blasio over education policy. <hl> Mr. Faulkner is a social conservative who has opposed abortion rights and same-sex marriage . <hl> (Asked about his views on same-sex marriage on Monday, Mr. Faulkner said that the mayor of New York City had no role in the issue.) Still, clad in a pinstriped suit with a blue ribbon pinned to his chest — to show support for the police, he said — Mr. Faulkner said he had the force of personality and the right philosophy of government to lead New York.

But Mr. Faulkner also acknowledged that his mayoral bid was very much a work in progress. The pastor said he had yet to speak with either of the city’s last two Republican mayors, Michael R. Bloomberg and Rudolph W. Giuliani, about his campaign. Queried about his ideas for affordable housing, Mr. Faulkner said he would have more specific policy proposals within a year. Although Republicans intend to back a strong candidate against Mr. de Blasio, the party does not have a deep bench. Speculation so far has focused on Raymond W. Kelly, who was the police commissioner under Mayor Bloomberg, and Eva S. Moskowitz, the charter school executive who was previously elected to office as a Democrat, but has clashed bitterly with Mr. de Blasio over education policy. Mr. Faulkner is a social conservative who has opposed <hl> abortion rights and same-sex marriage <hl>. (Asked about his views on same-sex marriage on Monday, Mr. Faulkner said that the mayor of New York City had no role in the issue.) Still, clad in a pinstriped suit with a blue ribbon pinned to his chest — to show support for the police, he said — Mr. Faulkner said he had the force of personality and the right philosophy of government to lead New York.

Mr. Faulkner is a social conservative who has opposed <hl> abortion rights and same-sex marriage <hl> .


Question: When is HP expected to merge with Aruba?

”Enterprises are facing a mobile-first world and are looking for solutions that help them transition legacy investments to the new style of I.T.,” Meg Whitman, HP’s chairman and chief executive, said in a statement. “By combining Aruba’s world-class wireless mobility solutions with HP’s leading switching portfolio, HP will offer the simplest, most secure networking solutions to help enterprises easily deploy next-generation mobile networks.” HP expects the deal to add to its earnings in the first full year after closing. Aruba will continue to do business under its own brand and will be led by its chief executive, Dominic Orr. Mr. Orr will report to the head of HP’s enterprise group, Antonio Neri. The deal is expected to close by Oct. 31, pending approval by regulators and Aruba’s shareholders.

Answer: Oct. 31

”Enterprises are facing a mobile-first world and are looking for solutions that help them transition legacy investments to the new style of I.T.,” Meg Whitman, HP’s chairman and chief executive, said in a statement. “By combining Aruba’s world-class wireless mobility solutions with HP’s leading switching portfolio, HP will offer the simplest, most secure networking solutions to help enterprises easily deploy next-generation mobile networks.” HP expects the deal to add to its earnings in the first full year after closing. Aruba will continue to do business under its own brand and will be led by its chief executive, Dominic Orr. Mr. Orr will report to the head of HP’s enterprise group, Antonio Neri. <hl> The deal is expected to close by Oct. 31 , pending approval by regulators and Aruba’s shareholders. <hl>

”Enterprises are facing a mobile-first world and are looking for solutions that help them transition legacy investments to the new style of I.T.,” Meg Whitman, HP’s chairman and chief executive, said in a statement. “By combining Aruba’s world-class wireless mobility solutions with HP’s leading switching portfolio, HP will offer the simplest, most secure networking solutions to help enterprises easily deploy next-generation mobile networks.” HP expects the deal to add to its earnings in the first full year after closing. Aruba will continue to do business under its own brand and will be led by its chief executive, Dominic Orr. Mr. Orr will report to the head of HP’s enterprise group, Antonio Neri. The deal is expected to close by <hl> Oct. 31 <hl>, pending approval by regulators and Aruba’s shareholders.

The deal is expected to close by <hl> Oct. 31 <hl> , pending approval by regulators and Aruba’s shareholders.


Question: To which part of the Government does the Same-Sex marriage decision apply?

Since then, the Obama administration has worked to ease the burdens on same-sex couples in the military. It allows them, for instance, to take leaves to get married in states that permit same-sex marriages.

Answer: military

<hl> Since then, the Obama administration has worked to ease the burdens on same-sex couples in the military . <hl> It allows them, for instance, to take leaves to get married in states that permit same-sex marriages.

Since then, the Obama administration has worked to ease the burdens on same-sex couples in the <hl> military <hl>. It allows them, for instance, to take leaves to get married in states that permit same-sex marriages.

Since then, the Obama administration has worked to ease the burdens on same-sex couples in the <hl> military <hl> .


Question: How many said they smoked cigarettes?

Suzanne Ciechalski, a freshman at St. John’s University in Queens, said technology that might appear social in nature could in fact lead to stress and feelings of depression. “I feel like people spend a lot of time on social networks trying to create this picture of who they want to be,” Ms. Ciechalski said. “Maintaining that takes a lot of effort. I feel like being a teenager or young adult, the pressure to try and make people see you’re the best is really high.” Contrary to some reports of high rates of drinking among high school students, the survey found a continued decline in college freshmen reporting those behaviors. About one-third said they had drunk beer, wine or hard alcohol at least occasionally in the past year, compared with almost half just 10 years ago. Fewer than one in 50 students reported smoking cigarettes.

Answer: Fewer than one in 50

Suzanne Ciechalski, a freshman at St. John’s University in Queens, said technology that might appear social in nature could in fact lead to stress and feelings of depression. “I feel like people spend a lot of time on social networks trying to create this picture of who they want to be,” Ms. Ciechalski said. “Maintaining that takes a lot of effort. I feel like being a teenager or young adult, the pressure to try and make people see you’re the best is really high.” Contrary to some reports of high rates of drinking among high school students, the survey found a continued decline in college freshmen reporting those behaviors. About one-third said they had drunk beer, wine or hard alcohol at least occasionally in the past year, compared with almost half just 10 years ago. <hl> Fewer than one in 50 students reported smoking cigarettes. <hl>

Suzanne Ciechalski, a freshman at St. John’s University in Queens, said technology that might appear social in nature could in fact lead to stress and feelings of depression. “I feel like people spend a lot of time on social networks trying to create this picture of who they want to be,” Ms. Ciechalski said. “Maintaining that takes a lot of effort. I feel like being a teenager or young adult, the pressure to try and make people see you’re the best is really high.” Contrary to some reports of high rates of drinking among high school students, the survey found a continued decline in college freshmen reporting those behaviors. About one-third said they had drunk beer, wine or hard alcohol at least occasionally in the past year, compared with almost half just 10 years ago. <hl> Fewer than one in 50 <hl> students reported smoking cigarettes.


Question: What did the Jewish extremists wanted to avenge?

The State Department had called for a quick and credible inquiry after footage of the beating spread worldwide. Tariq, who was 15 at the time, was spending the summer with relatives in East Jerusalem when violence broke out over the gruesome killing of his cousin Muhammad Abu Khdeir, 16, by Jewish extremists who said they wanted to avenge the kidnapping and killing of three Israeli youths by Palestinian militants in the West Bank. The Israeli authorities said that Tariq was masked and holding a wooden slingshot when the officer chased him. Tariq, who said he had only been watching the clashes, was taken to a hospital and returned to the United States about two weeks later.

Answer: the kidnapping and killing of three Israeli youths

The State Department had called for a quick and credible inquiry after footage of the beating spread worldwide. <hl> Tariq, who was 15 at the time, was spending the summer with relatives in East Jerusalem when violence broke out over the gruesome killing of his cousin Muhammad Abu Khdeir, 16, by Jewish extremists who said they wanted to avenge the kidnapping and killing of three Israeli youths by Palestinian militants in the West Bank. <hl> The Israeli authorities said that Tariq was masked and holding a wooden slingshot when the officer chased him. Tariq, who said he had only been watching the clashes, was taken to a hospital and returned to the United States about two weeks later.

The State Department had called for a quick and credible inquiry after footage of the beating spread worldwide. Tariq, who was 15 at the time, was spending the summer with relatives in East Jerusalem when violence broke out over the gruesome killing of his cousin Muhammad Abu Khdeir, 16, by Jewish extremists who said they wanted to avenge <hl> the kidnapping and killing of three Israeli youths <hl> by Palestinian militants in the West Bank. The Israeli authorities said that Tariq was masked and holding a wooden slingshot when the officer chased him. Tariq, who said he had only been watching the clashes, was taken to a hospital and returned to the United States about two weeks later.


Question: Which model is twenty-six years old?

The 26-year-old Chinese model Fei Fei Sun has, over the last five years, established herself as a well-known name in the industry. (Early in her career, she was chosen by Karl Lagerfeld to appear in his Chanel Shanghai show and, in 2012, became the first Asian face of Valentino.) This year, she appeared in T’s portfolio examining what feels beautiful now. Read more: The Face 10. Liya Kebede The Ethiopian model Liya Kebede has been a successful model for years — but T fell in love with her all over again in 2015. She appeared in our big beauty portfolio featuring 11 different versions of beauty today. Read more: The Face

Answer: Fei Fei Sun

<hl> The 26-year-old Chinese model Fei Fei Sun has, over the last five years, established herself as a well-known name in the industry. <hl> (Early in her career, she was chosen by Karl Lagerfeld to appear in his Chanel Shanghai show and, in 2012, became the first Asian face of Valentino.) This year, she appeared in T’s portfolio examining what feels beautiful now. Read more: The Face 10. Liya Kebede The Ethiopian model Liya Kebede has been a successful model for years — but T fell in love with her all over again in 2015. She appeared in our big beauty portfolio featuring 11 different versions of beauty today. Read more: The Face

The 26-year-old Chinese model <hl> Fei Fei Sun <hl> has, over the last five years, established herself as a well-known name in the industry. (Early in her career, she was chosen by Karl Lagerfeld to appear in his Chanel Shanghai show and, in 2012, became the first Asian face of Valentino.) This year, she appeared in T’s portfolio examining what feels beautiful now. Read more: The Face 10. Liya Kebede The Ethiopian model Liya Kebede has been a successful model for years — but T fell in love with her all over again in 2015. She appeared in our big beauty portfolio featuring 11 different versions of beauty today. Read more: The Face


Question: What brand of software does Google run?

Google has made several big changes. Companies will be docked for shortcomings like displaying links that are hard to click or forcing users to scroll horizontally on a lopsided site. In addition, the company recently announced that in certain cases it would also use information contained within apps as a ranking factor for mobile searches performed on phones that run its Android software. “Since mobile search results are about half of what Google handles, anyone might be at risk,” said Danny Sullivan, the founder of Search Engine Land, which closely tracks changes to Google’s search engine. The shift to mobile devices has been a challenge for all businesses, Google included. In the space of a few years, phones have become the dominant portal through which people use the Internet. The United States had 134 million mobile users last year, about 100 million more than in 2010, according to eMarketer, a research company.

Answer: Android

Google has made several big changes. Companies will be docked for shortcomings like displaying links that are hard to click or forcing users to scroll horizontally on a lopsided site. <hl> In addition, the company recently announced that in certain cases it would also use information contained within apps as a ranking factor for mobile searches performed on phones that run its Android software. <hl> “Since mobile search results are about half of what Google handles, anyone might be at risk,” said Danny Sullivan, the founder of Search Engine Land, which closely tracks changes to Google’s search engine. The shift to mobile devices has been a challenge for all businesses, Google included. In the space of a few years, phones have become the dominant portal through which people use the Internet. The United States had 134 million mobile users last year, about 100 million more than in 2010, according to eMarketer, a research company.

Google has made several big changes. Companies will be docked for shortcomings like displaying links that are hard to click or forcing users to scroll horizontally on a lopsided site. In addition, the company recently announced that in certain cases it would also use information contained within apps as a ranking factor for mobile searches performed on phones that run its <hl> Android <hl> software. “Since mobile search results are about half of what Google handles, anyone might be at risk,” said Danny Sullivan, the founder of Search Engine Land, which closely tracks changes to Google’s search engine. The shift to mobile devices has been a challenge for all businesses, Google included. In the space of a few years, phones have become the dominant portal through which people use the Internet. The United States had 134 million mobile users last year, about 100 million more than in 2010, according to eMarketer, a research company.


Question: Which political party is more likely to say they are angry with the federal government?

His older brother was also the beneficiary of hardball politics. In 2000, George W. Bush defeated Senator John McCain in the South Carolina primary after fliers falsely accusing Mr. McCain of fathering a black baby out of wedlock began circulating in the state. Then, in the 2004 general election, he received a boost when Swift Boat Veterans for Truth, an outside group, ran a television ad accusing Senator John Kerry, a decorated Vietnam War veteran, of lying about his war record. And now, with Republicans nearly three times as likely as Democrats to describe themselves as angry with the federal government, according to a recent Pew Research Center study, Jeb Bush may need to get more comfortable — and quickly — with personally going on the attack and channeling a sense of passionate outrage.

Answer: Republicans

His older brother was also the beneficiary of hardball politics. In 2000, George W. Bush defeated Senator John McCain in the South Carolina primary after fliers falsely accusing Mr. McCain of fathering a black baby out of wedlock began circulating in the state. Then, in the 2004 general election, he received a boost when Swift Boat Veterans for Truth, an outside group, ran a television ad accusing Senator John Kerry, a decorated Vietnam War veteran, of lying about his war record. <hl> And now, with Republicans nearly three times as likely as Democrats to describe themselves as angry with the federal government, according to a recent Pew Research Center study, Jeb Bush may need to get more comfortable — and quickly — with personally going on the attack and channeling a sense of passionate outrage. <hl>

His older brother was also the beneficiary of hardball politics. In 2000, George W. Bush defeated Senator John McCain in the South Carolina primary after fliers falsely accusing Mr. McCain of fathering a black baby out of wedlock began circulating in the state. Then, in the 2004 general election, he received a boost when Swift Boat Veterans for Truth, an outside group, ran a television ad accusing Senator John Kerry, a decorated Vietnam War veteran, of lying about his war record. And now, with <hl> Republicans <hl> nearly three times as likely as Democrats to describe themselves as angry with the federal government, according to a recent Pew Research Center study, Jeb Bush may need to get more comfortable — and quickly — with personally going on the attack and channeling a sense of passionate outrage.


Question: Who had no idea of Mr. Harper-Mercer's fascination about guns?

But as she was leaving, the sheriff and his deputies intercepted her and broke the news that her son was the gunman. Ms. Harper, who divorced her husband a decade ago, appears to have been by far the most significant figure in her son’s troubled life; neighbors say he rarely left their apartment. Unlike his father, who said on television that he had no idea Mr. Harper-Mercer cared so deeply about guns, his mother was well aware of his fascination. In fact, she shared it: In a series of online postings over a decade, Ms. Harper, a nurse, said she kept numerous firearms in her home and expressed pride in her knowledge about them, as well as in her son’s expertise on the subject. She also opened up about her difficulties raising a son who used to bang his head against the wall, and said that both she and her son struggled with Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder. She tried to counsel others whose children faced similar problems. All the while, she expressed hope that her son could lead a successful life in finance or as a filmmaker. Ms. Harper did not respond to messages seeking comment.

Answer: his father

But as she was leaving, the sheriff and his deputies intercepted her and broke the news that her son was the gunman. Ms. Harper, who divorced her husband a decade ago, appears to have been by far the most significant figure in her son’s troubled life; neighbors say he rarely left their apartment. <hl> Unlike his father , who said on television that he had no idea Mr. Harper-Mercer cared so deeply about guns, his mother was well aware of his fascination. <hl> In fact, she shared it: In a series of online postings over a decade, Ms. Harper, a nurse, said she kept numerous firearms in her home and expressed pride in her knowledge about them, as well as in her son’s expertise on the subject. She also opened up about her difficulties raising a son who used to bang his head against the wall, and said that both she and her son struggled with Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder. She tried to counsel others whose children faced similar problems. All the while, she expressed hope that her son could lead a successful life in finance or as a filmmaker. Ms. Harper did not respond to messages seeking comment.

But as she was leaving, the sheriff and his deputies intercepted her and broke the news that her son was the gunman. Ms. Harper, who divorced her husband a decade ago, appears to have been by far the most significant figure in her son’s troubled life; neighbors say he rarely left their apartment. Unlike <hl> his father <hl>, who said on television that he had no idea Mr. Harper-Mercer cared so deeply about guns, his mother was well aware of his fascination. In fact, she shared it: In a series of online postings over a decade, Ms. Harper, a nurse, said she kept numerous firearms in her home and expressed pride in her knowledge about them, as well as in her son’s expertise on the subject. She also opened up about her difficulties raising a son who used to bang his head against the wall, and said that both she and her son struggled with Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder. She tried to counsel others whose children faced similar problems. All the while, she expressed hope that her son could lead a successful life in finance or as a filmmaker. Ms. Harper did not respond to messages seeking comment.

Unlike <hl> his father <hl> , who said on television that he had no idea Mr. Harper-Mercer cared so deeply about guns, his mother was well aware of his fascination.


Question: Who did Wawrinka beat last year on the way to win his first major title?

He added: “I had the wind with me, so it was not easy to make a drop shot, especially at that moment. No, it was a crazy tiebreak, but good tiebreak. Good to finish in three sets.” After his run to the final of the United States Open last year, which included a five-set win over Wawrinka in the quarterfinals, Nishikori was expected by many to move one step further at this tournament. Still, he said, reaching the last eight of this tournament was a strong result. “It’s not easy,” he said of making a Grand Slam quarterfinal, adding: “I have to keep doing this. I mean, I could be better. But you know, I think I need, kind of, this experience, playing tough all the time, playing a lot of matches.” Wawrinka said he believed his play was even better than it was here last year, when he beat Djokovic and Rafael Nadal en route to his first major title. “But I think we all improve every year,” Wawrinka said. “I’m more aggressive. I’m more confident with my game when I come to the net.

Answer: Djokovic and Rafael Nadal

He added: “I had the wind with me, so it was not easy to make a drop shot, especially at that moment. No, it was a crazy tiebreak, but good tiebreak. Good to finish in three sets.” After his run to the final of the United States Open last year, which included a five-set win over Wawrinka in the quarterfinals, Nishikori was expected by many to move one step further at this tournament. Still, he said, reaching the last eight of this tournament was a strong result. “It’s not easy,” he said of making a Grand Slam quarterfinal, adding: “I have to keep doing this. I mean, I could be better. But you know, I think I need, kind of, this experience, playing tough all the time, playing a lot of matches.” <hl> Wawrinka said he believed his play was even better than it was here last year, when he beat Djokovic and Rafael Nadal en route to his first major title. <hl> “But I think we all improve every year,” Wawrinka said. “I’m more aggressive. I’m more confident with my game when I come to the net.

He added: “I had the wind with me, so it was not easy to make a drop shot, especially at that moment. No, it was a crazy tiebreak, but good tiebreak. Good to finish in three sets.” After his run to the final of the United States Open last year, which included a five-set win over Wawrinka in the quarterfinals, Nishikori was expected by many to move one step further at this tournament. Still, he said, reaching the last eight of this tournament was a strong result. “It’s not easy,” he said of making a Grand Slam quarterfinal, adding: “I have to keep doing this. I mean, I could be better. But you know, I think I need, kind of, this experience, playing tough all the time, playing a lot of matches.” Wawrinka said he believed his play was even better than it was here last year, when he beat <hl> Djokovic and Rafael Nadal <hl> en route to his first major title. “But I think we all improve every year,” Wawrinka said. “I’m more aggressive. I’m more confident with my game when I come to the net.


Question: How many months has Christine's Store been open?

This little shop’s odd moniker is apt, given the creative pursuits of its trio of owners: an artist and poet, a mixologist and a former fashion magazine editor. Along an easy-to-miss alley, this seven-month-old boutique is jam-packed with quirky contemporary clothes and accessories as well as vintage items, mostly from Cambodia. Current offerings include ultra soft cotton T-shirts silkscreened with bespectacled cow heads ($18). 252 Alley of Ghosts (Pub Street Extension/New Street A); 855-15-378-088; ministryofapm.com In their 14-month-old whitewashed space on the second floor of a French Colonial-era apartment building, the Parisians Christine Gleizes and Regis Bastide curate an array of items based on Ms. Gleizes’s travels. Cotton wraps by the Senegalese-based designer Johanna Bramble, inspired by the sacred baobab tree, rely on a time-honored weaving method ($90 to $169). Trendy handbags from Vietnam by the French designer Valérie Cordier are a collage of colors and patterns evoking Latin America and Asia, using materials like denim, rivets and leather remnants ($63 to $145). 29, Street 9; 855-17-543-541; christines-store.com Hailed as Cambodia’s first concept shop in Phnom Penh, trunkh now has an outpost in Siem Reap with repurposed and newly designed items inspired by Cambodian everyday life. The Californian and Aussie owners of both shops sell Khmer objects they find on road trips like old, painted signs from a beauty shop and a veterinary hospital ($200 to $600). Their signature piece: a robin’s-egg shutter turned into a brushed-steel and glass table ($350).

Answer: 14-month

This little shop’s odd moniker is apt, given the creative pursuits of its trio of owners: an artist and poet, a mixologist and a former fashion magazine editor. Along an easy-to-miss alley, this seven-month-old boutique is jam-packed with quirky contemporary clothes and accessories as well as vintage items, mostly from Cambodia. Current offerings include ultra soft cotton T-shirts silkscreened with bespectacled cow heads ($18). 252 Alley of Ghosts (Pub Street Extension/New Street A); 855-15-378-088; ministryofapm.com <hl> In their 14-month -old whitewashed space on the second floor of a French Colonial-era apartment building, the Parisians Christine Gleizes and Regis Bastide curate an array of items based on Ms. Gleizes’s travels. <hl> Cotton wraps by the Senegalese-based designer Johanna Bramble, inspired by the sacred baobab tree, rely on a time-honored weaving method ($90 to $169). Trendy handbags from Vietnam by the French designer Valérie Cordier are a collage of colors and patterns evoking Latin America and Asia, using materials like denim, rivets and leather remnants ($63 to $145). 29, Street 9; 855-17-543-541; christines-store.com Hailed as Cambodia’s first concept shop in Phnom Penh, trunkh now has an outpost in Siem Reap with repurposed and newly designed items inspired by Cambodian everyday life. The Californian and Aussie owners of both shops sell Khmer objects they find on road trips like old, painted signs from a beauty shop and a veterinary hospital ($200 to $600). Their signature piece: a robin’s-egg shutter turned into a brushed-steel and glass table ($350).

This little shop’s odd moniker is apt, given the creative pursuits of its trio of owners: an artist and poet, a mixologist and a former fashion magazine editor. Along an easy-to-miss alley, this seven-month-old boutique is jam-packed with quirky contemporary clothes and accessories as well as vintage items, mostly from Cambodia. Current offerings include ultra soft cotton T-shirts silkscreened with bespectacled cow heads ($18). 252 Alley of Ghosts (Pub Street Extension/New Street A); 855-15-378-088; ministryofapm.com In their <hl> 14-month <hl>-old whitewashed space on the second floor of a French Colonial-era apartment building, the Parisians Christine Gleizes and Regis Bastide curate an array of items based on Ms. Gleizes’s travels. Cotton wraps by the Senegalese-based designer Johanna Bramble, inspired by the sacred baobab tree, rely on a time-honored weaving method ($90 to $169). Trendy handbags from Vietnam by the French designer Valérie Cordier are a collage of colors and patterns evoking Latin America and Asia, using materials like denim, rivets and leather remnants ($63 to $145). 29, Street 9; 855-17-543-541; christines-store.com Hailed as Cambodia’s first concept shop in Phnom Penh, trunkh now has an outpost in Siem Reap with repurposed and newly designed items inspired by Cambodian everyday life. The Californian and Aussie owners of both shops sell Khmer objects they find on road trips like old, painted signs from a beauty shop and a veterinary hospital ($200 to $600). Their signature piece: a robin’s-egg shutter turned into a brushed-steel and glass table ($350).

In their <hl> 14-month <hl> -old whitewashed space on the second floor of a French Colonial-era apartment building, the Parisians Christine Gleizes and Regis Bastide curate an array of items based on Ms. Gleizes’s travels.


Question: What year were low-cost high-rises developed in the area?

History Clinton Hill’s glory days began in the mid-19th century when a working-class enclave gave way to Gilded Age villas. In the 1920s it slipped from fashion, then plunged after World War II as low-cost high-rises were developed in the area. In 1967, Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe rented an apartment at 160 Hall Street, near Pratt Institute. She wrote in her 2010 memoir “Just Kids” that “its aggressively seedy condition was out of my range of experience. The walls were smeared with blood and psychotic scribbling, the oven crammed with discarded syringes, and the refrigerator overrun with mold.” The monthly rent was $80.

Answer: after World War II

History Clinton Hill’s glory days began in the mid-19th century when a working-class enclave gave way to Gilded Age villas. <hl> In the 1920s it slipped from fashion, then plunged after World War II as low-cost high-rises were developed in the area. <hl> In 1967, Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe rented an apartment at 160 Hall Street, near Pratt Institute. She wrote in her 2010 memoir “Just Kids” that “its aggressively seedy condition was out of my range of experience. The walls were smeared with blood and psychotic scribbling, the oven crammed with discarded syringes, and the refrigerator overrun with mold.” The monthly rent was $80.

History Clinton Hill’s glory days began in the mid-19th century when a working-class enclave gave way to Gilded Age villas. In the 1920s it slipped from fashion, then plunged <hl> after World War II <hl> as low-cost high-rises were developed in the area. In 1967, Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe rented an apartment at 160 Hall Street, near Pratt Institute. She wrote in her 2010 memoir “Just Kids” that “its aggressively seedy condition was out of my range of experience. The walls were smeared with blood and psychotic scribbling, the oven crammed with discarded syringes, and the refrigerator overrun with mold.” The monthly rent was $80.


Question: What happened to the New York City Department of Education and the New York State Education Department for not being able to get Achievement First?

Answer: suit

<hl> In addition to the charter network and the school, the suit also named the New York City Department of Education and the New York State Education Department, asserting they failed to make Achievement First, a network with schools in Connecticut and Rhode Island as well as in New York City, live up to its responsibilities. <hl>

In addition to the charter network and the school, the <hl> suit <hl> also named the New York City Department of Education and the New York State Education Department, asserting they failed to make Achievement First, a network with schools in Connecticut and Rhode Island as well as in New York City, live up to its responsibilities.


Question: What conference did the Taliban attend?

The Afghan government side included a diverse array of representatives, among them former members of the Taliban who have reconciled with the government; Tajik, Pashtun and Uzbek leaders; and President Ashraf Ghani’s uncle, Abdul Qayoum Kochai, according to Nazar Mohammad Mutmaeen. Mr. Mutmaeen is an Afghan writer and journalist who previously served as an official in the Taliban government but now lives in Kabul openly. He is known to have good contacts among Taliban officials in Qatar and elsewhere. Mr. Mutmaeen said that the Taliban had agreed on the list of those attending the Pugwash Conference, but overruled some, such as the High Peace Council’s secretary general, Masoom Stanikzai, if they seemed too obviously representative of the government. It also insisted that members of the government delegation come as individuals in personal capacities. Mr. Mutmaeen said that at least two and possibly three women were among the government delegation. Afghan women’s groups have long complained that they had been bypassed in previous attempts to open talks with the Taliban, and noted that they would have the most to lose if repressive Taliban-era restrictions on women’s public roles were to return.

Answer: Pugwash Conference

The Afghan government side included a diverse array of representatives, among them former members of the Taliban who have reconciled with the government; Tajik, Pashtun and Uzbek leaders; and President Ashraf Ghani’s uncle, Abdul Qayoum Kochai, according to Nazar Mohammad Mutmaeen. Mr. Mutmaeen is an Afghan writer and journalist who previously served as an official in the Taliban government but now lives in Kabul openly. He is known to have good contacts among Taliban officials in Qatar and elsewhere. <hl> Mr. Mutmaeen said that the Taliban had agreed on the list of those attending the Pugwash Conference , but overruled some, such as the High Peace Council’s secretary general, Masoom Stanikzai, if they seemed too obviously representative of the government. <hl> It also insisted that members of the government delegation come as individuals in personal capacities. Mr. Mutmaeen said that at least two and possibly three women were among the government delegation. Afghan women’s groups have long complained that they had been bypassed in previous attempts to open talks with the Taliban, and noted that they would have the most to lose if repressive Taliban-era restrictions on women’s public roles were to return.

The Afghan government side included a diverse array of representatives, among them former members of the Taliban who have reconciled with the government; Tajik, Pashtun and Uzbek leaders; and President Ashraf Ghani’s uncle, Abdul Qayoum Kochai, according to Nazar Mohammad Mutmaeen. Mr. Mutmaeen is an Afghan writer and journalist who previously served as an official in the Taliban government but now lives in Kabul openly. He is known to have good contacts among Taliban officials in Qatar and elsewhere. Mr. Mutmaeen said that the Taliban had agreed on the list of those attending the <hl> Pugwash Conference <hl>, but overruled some, such as the High Peace Council’s secretary general, Masoom Stanikzai, if they seemed too obviously representative of the government. It also insisted that members of the government delegation come as individuals in personal capacities. Mr. Mutmaeen said that at least two and possibly three women were among the government delegation. Afghan women’s groups have long complained that they had been bypassed in previous attempts to open talks with the Taliban, and noted that they would have the most to lose if repressive Taliban-era restrictions on women’s public roles were to return.

Mr. Mutmaeen said that the Taliban had agreed on the list of those attending the <hl> Pugwash Conference <hl> , but overruled some, such as the High Peace Council’s secretary general, Masoom Stanikzai, if they seemed too obviously representative of the government.


Question: What is the name of the person who directs entertainment at GLAAD?

Several reality series, some still in the planning stages, are centered on transgender people, like TLC’s “All That Jazz,” about the teenage transgender activist Jazz Jennings, and VH1’s “TransAmerica,” about the model and activist Carmen Carrera. Nick Adams, the director of programs for transgender media at the gay rights organization Glaad, said that any time a transgender celebrity comes forward with his or her story, “it goes a very long way toward educating people about who we are and the challenges that we face.” “Every transgender person’s journey is unique, and by choosing to share this story, Bruce Jenner adds another layer to America’s understanding of what it means to be transgender,” Mr. Adams said in a statement on Friday night. Mr. Adams, who is transgender, said that media portrayals of transgender people had improved since he transitioned 18 years ago. But, he said, such reports need to more fully explore what it means to be transgender.

Answer: Nick Adams

Several reality series, some still in the planning stages, are centered on transgender people, like TLC’s “All That Jazz,” about the teenage transgender activist Jazz Jennings, and VH1’s “TransAmerica,” about the model and activist Carmen Carrera. <hl> Nick Adams , the director of programs for transgender media at the gay rights organization Glaad, said that any time a transgender celebrity comes forward with his or her story, “it goes a very long way toward educating people about who we are and the challenges that we face.” <hl> “Every transgender person’s journey is unique, and by choosing to share this story, Bruce Jenner adds another layer to America’s understanding of what it means to be transgender,” Mr. Adams said in a statement on Friday night. Mr. Adams, who is transgender, said that media portrayals of transgender people had improved since he transitioned 18 years ago. But, he said, such reports need to more fully explore what it means to be transgender.

Several reality series, some still in the planning stages, are centered on transgender people, like TLC’s “All That Jazz,” about the teenage transgender activist Jazz Jennings, and VH1’s “TransAmerica,” about the model and activist Carmen Carrera. <hl> Nick Adams <hl>, the director of programs for transgender media at the gay rights organization Glaad, said that any time a transgender celebrity comes forward with his or her story, “it goes a very long way toward educating people about who we are and the challenges that we face.” “Every transgender person’s journey is unique, and by choosing to share this story, Bruce Jenner adds another layer to America’s understanding of what it means to be transgender,” Mr. Adams said in a statement on Friday night. Mr. Adams, who is transgender, said that media portrayals of transgender people had improved since he transitioned 18 years ago. But, he said, such reports need to more fully explore what it means to be transgender.

<hl> Nick Adams <hl> , the director of programs for transgender media at the gay rights organization Glaad, said that any time a transgender celebrity comes forward with his or her story, “it goes a very long way toward educating people about who we are and the challenges that we face.”


Question: How many classes are provided by the United States Army?

For a moment, he twirled the rope in his hands like a lasso, then threw the hook over the wire, and tugged hard, testing for explosives. When nothing happened he signaled two comrades, who ran up and started snipping the wire with cutters. Although this was a typical training exercise for raw recruits in an elemental soldierly skill, there was nothing typical about the scene. Far from enlistees, these soldiers were regulars in the Ukrainian National Guard, presumably battle-hardened after months on the front lines in eastern Ukraine. And the trainer was an American military instructor, drilling troops for battle with the United States’ former Cold War foe, Russia, and Russian-backed separatists. “It’s been a long time since I heard a target called an Ivan,” First Sgt. David Dzwik, one of the trainers, said in an interview out in the sunny forest, while observing the Ukrainians run through drills. “Now, I’m hearing it again.” The course on cutting wire is one of 63 classes of remedial military instruction being provided by 300 United States Army trainers in three consecutive two-month courses. Here in western Ukraine, they are far from the fighting, and their job is to instill some basic military know-how in Ukrainian soldiers, who the trainers have discovered are woefully unprepared. The largely unschooled troops are learning such basic skills as how to use an encrypted walkie-talkie; how to break open a door with a sledgehammer and a crowbar; and how to drag a wounded colleague across a field while holding a rifle at the ready. When the war began a year ago, the Ukrainian Army was all but worthless — rife with corruption and Russian spies, and made up largely of “skeleton” battalions of officers with just a few men. About 1 percent of the equipment was manufactured in the past decade.

Answer: 63

For a moment, he twirled the rope in his hands like a lasso, then threw the hook over the wire, and tugged hard, testing for explosives. When nothing happened he signaled two comrades, who ran up and started snipping the wire with cutters. Although this was a typical training exercise for raw recruits in an elemental soldierly skill, there was nothing typical about the scene. Far from enlistees, these soldiers were regulars in the Ukrainian National Guard, presumably battle-hardened after months on the front lines in eastern Ukraine. And the trainer was an American military instructor, drilling troops for battle with the United States’ former Cold War foe, Russia, and Russian-backed separatists. “It’s been a long time since I heard a target called an Ivan,” First Sgt. David Dzwik, one of the trainers, said in an interview out in the sunny forest, while observing the Ukrainians run through drills. “Now, I’m hearing it again.” <hl> The course on cutting wire is one of 63 classes of remedial military instruction being provided by 300 United States Army trainers in three consecutive two-month courses. <hl> Here in western Ukraine, they are far from the fighting, and their job is to instill some basic military know-how in Ukrainian soldiers, who the trainers have discovered are woefully unprepared. The largely unschooled troops are learning such basic skills as how to use an encrypted walkie-talkie; how to break open a door with a sledgehammer and a crowbar; and how to drag a wounded colleague across a field while holding a rifle at the ready. When the war began a year ago, the Ukrainian Army was all but worthless — rife with corruption and Russian spies, and made up largely of “skeleton” battalions of officers with just a few men. About 1 percent of the equipment was manufactured in the past decade.

For a moment, he twirled the rope in his hands like a lasso, then threw the hook over the wire, and tugged hard, testing for explosives. When nothing happened he signaled two comrades, who ran up and started snipping the wire with cutters. Although this was a typical training exercise for raw recruits in an elemental soldierly skill, there was nothing typical about the scene. Far from enlistees, these soldiers were regulars in the Ukrainian National Guard, presumably battle-hardened after months on the front lines in eastern Ukraine. And the trainer was an American military instructor, drilling troops for battle with the United States’ former Cold War foe, Russia, and Russian-backed separatists. “It’s been a long time since I heard a target called an Ivan,” First Sgt. David Dzwik, one of the trainers, said in an interview out in the sunny forest, while observing the Ukrainians run through drills. “Now, I’m hearing it again.” The course on cutting wire is one of <hl> 63 <hl> classes of remedial military instruction being provided by 300 United States Army trainers in three consecutive two-month courses. Here in western Ukraine, they are far from the fighting, and their job is to instill some basic military know-how in Ukrainian soldiers, who the trainers have discovered are woefully unprepared. The largely unschooled troops are learning such basic skills as how to use an encrypted walkie-talkie; how to break open a door with a sledgehammer and a crowbar; and how to drag a wounded colleague across a field while holding a rifle at the ready. When the war began a year ago, the Ukrainian Army was all but worthless — rife with corruption and Russian spies, and made up largely of “skeleton” battalions of officers with just a few men. About 1 percent of the equipment was manufactured in the past decade.