Question:
From somewhere below, there was a hiss and a slurp.

Does it follow that "The snake was hissing underneath the deck. "?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell

Question:
At last he heaved a deep sigh.

Does it follow that "He took shallow breaths."?
Answer:
no

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Sadly, many homes were destroyed by the brush fires and mudslides of 1993 1994, but there are several beach access points where you can still admire the rolling surf and idyllic beach life that have done so much to make Malibu famous.

Does it follow that "The damage of the fires was far worse than the damage of the mudslides. "?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell

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I said, 'I guess I feel an almighty fool, but I owe it to you to let you know that it wasn't the Bill Sikes business I was up to.'

Does it follow that "Bill Sikes's business was not business that I like to be involved with. "?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell