Question:
The poor steal from the rich because they possess more items of value.

Who is they referring to in this sentence?
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Answer:
the rich

Question:
Adam defeated Brandon in a fight because he was weaker.

Who is he referring to in this sentence?
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Answer:
Brandon

Question:
Tom likes John because he likes people with cool names.

Who is he referring to in this sentence?
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Answer:
Tom

Question:
The employer let John have the assignment even though he wanted it.

Who is he referring to in this sentence?
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Answer:
The employer