In this task, you will be shown a short story with a beginning, two potential middles, and an ending. Your job is to choose the middle statement that makes the story coherent / plausible by writing "1" or "2" in the output. If both sentences are plausible, pick the one that makes most sense.
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Question: Beginning: Jennifer joined the Softball team this semester. Middle 1: Jennifer practiced extra hard every day. Middle 2: Jennifer slacked off in practice every day. Ending: Jennifer eventually became their top player.

Answer: 1

Question: Beginning: Ashley is getting married this summer. Middle 1: All of Ashley's friends and family stayed away from the ceremony. Middle 2: All of Ashley's friends and family came to the ceremony. Ending: Ashley is so thankful to be surrounded by loved ones!

Answer: 2

Question: Beginning: Kenny wanted to learn to rollerblade so he could impress his friends. Middle 1: Kenny's Dad taught him nothing about ice skating. Middle 2: Kenny's Dad taught him how to ice skate over the winter. Ending: When spring came, his skills transferred over easily!

Answer:
2