Q: The government defeated the rebel motion by 297 votes to 117 in the 659-seat House of Commons . -- It was defeated by 297 votes to 117 , a Government majority of 180 . --
A: " no "

Q: After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages after authorities delivered on his request for soft drinks . -- After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages when authorities delivered on his request for a six-pack of soda . --
A: " yes "

Q: But Mr. Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " -- But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . --
A: " yes "

Q: Responding to speculation that she was ready to retire , Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor indicated today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court . -- Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor said today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court , dismissing speculation that she was ready to retire . --
A:
" yes "