Problem: (1) The region was the cradle of various ancient civilizations such as Ancient China , ancient Korea , ancient Japan , and the Mongol Empire .
(2) The region was the cradle of various ancient civilizations , such as ancient China , old Korea , ancient Japan , and the Mongolian Empire .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) As a result the southern areas of the county has a strong oceanic climate with humid continental influences .
(2) As a result , the southern areas of the county have a strong Oceanic climate with humid continental influences .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) The rivalry between Tanahashi and Tanahashi culminated on September 29 at a Lumberjack Deathmatch in Destruction , where Devitt won .
(2) The rivalry between Devitt and Tanahashi culminated on September 29 in a Lumberjack - Deathmatch in Destruction , where Tanahashi victorious .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: no

Problem: (1) This leads to a violent fistfight , after which Pullo Eirene leaves and takes the Aventine .
(2) This leads to a violent fistfight , after which Pullo leaves Eirene and takes the Aventine .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A:
yes