Question:
S1: Malvo 's attorneys mounted an insanity defense , arguing that Muhammad 's indoctrination left him unable to tell right from wrong .
S2: Malvo 's lawyers have presented an insanity defense , saying brainwashing by convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad left Malvo incapable of knowing right from wrong .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
yes

Question:
S1: Her birthday , 21 April , was declared a public holiday and she attended a reception and a ball .
S2: When his grandmother , then-Princess Elizabeth , turned 21 in 1947 , the day was declared a public holiday , and she attended a reception and a ball .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
yes

Question:
S1: Neighboring Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hopes that Massachusetts ' supreme court will take a similar step soon .
S2: Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hope that Massachusetts ' high court will take a similar step within a few weeks .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
yes

Question:
S1: Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall .
S2: Tony winners will be announced June 8 in televised ceremonies from Radio City Music Hall .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
yes