Question:
Thousands of people were left homeless, and countless churches and public buildings were forced to close as aftershocks continued through the early days of October.

Does it follow that "Hundreds and hundreds people became homeless when the aftershocks in October occurred."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
We think that Microsoft's actions have been entirely normal competitive behavior.

Does it follow that "We're under the impression Microsoft's actions were completely normal."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
In its fertile Po valley, Milan prospered from trade with Germany, principally in textiles and armor.

Does it follow that "Milan could not trade with Germany in the fertile Po valley."?
Answer:
no

Question:
My patient publisher was weary of waiting; my friends were beginning to taunt me with the prospect that I'd never finish; I was ready, as the self-help literature counsels, to move on.

Does it follow that "I have never worked on a deadline so I didn't notice that everybody was waiting for me to finish."?
Answer:
it is not possible to tell