Question:
It was difficult to assess the objectives behind increased militia activity in East Timor, but its intent seemed to be to continue a pattern of violence against civilians and the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) in order to undermine the transition process, Hedi Annabi, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, told the Security Council this morning.
Is this true?
Guerrillas increase activity in East Timor.

Answer:
yes

Question:
Vera Beers, of Olivet, recently was named employee of the month at Standard Printing in Marshall.
Is this true?
Vera Beers works for Standard Printing.

Answer:
yes

Question:
Only 16 women were elected to the 223-member parliament in 1995, and only 2 women hold ministerial posts.
Is this true?
Women are poorly represented in parliament.

Answer:
yes