QUES: Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a smiling senior policeman shook hands with Mr Laczynski and patted him on the shoulder .

Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a senior policeman smiled and shook Mr Lacsynski 's hand and patted him on the shoulder .

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ANS: yes

QUES: The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions .

The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group in North America .

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ANS: no

QUES: Vivendi shares closed 1.9 percent at 15.80 euros in Paris after falling 3.6 percent on Monday .

In New York , Vivendi shares were 1.4 percent down at $ 18.29 .

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no