TASK DEFINITION: In this task you are given a short story and a question regarding that story. You must answer the question based on the events of the story. Try to use the same words in the story to answer each question. You should completely answer the question in a short answer. Do not include information that is unnecessary to answer the question.
PROBLEM: Amy was going school shopping with her mom. She wanted to get a shirt that showed her belly button. Her mother put the shirt away and wouldn't buy it. Amy begged, but her mom wouldn't budge. Amy rode home in sulking in silence, upset she couldn't get the shirt.
Why did Amy beg ,?

SOLUTION: Amy's mom wouldn't buy the shirt.

PROBLEM: Tom asked a group of his friends to go to the movies. Everyone arrived at the movie theater and chose a movie. After buying tickets, they all bought some popcorn and pop. Tom and his friends sat in the front row to watch the movie. After the movie was over, they all went home.
Why did Tom and his friends sit in the front row?

SOLUTION: Tom and his friends sat in the front row to watch the movie.

PROBLEM: Herman needed money. He went through many options. Herman recently found out he was eligible for a loan. Herman took the loan. Herman now has enough money for his task.
Why did Herman take the loan?

SOLUTION:
Herman recently found out he was eligible for a loan.