Q: If Since the 13th century, islanders have been making quality shoes, some of the finest leather and suede clothing, and exquisite handbags come from the islands., can we say that "Islanders have been making quality shoes, fine leather and suede clothing since the 13th century."?

A: yes

Q: If This tax-cutting initiative, which he is readying for the November 2000 election, will cap annual property-tax appraisals at 2 percent and exempt vehicles from the property tax (on the long shot that the government might start taxing cars as property)., can we say that "A tax cutting initiative is being prepared fro the November 2000 election."?

A: yes

Q: If Through dazed eyes he saw a black masked man rush towards him, a long curved sword in his hand., can we say that "At first he thought the man was an enemy but soon recognized him as a trusted ally. "?

A: it is not possible to tell

Q: If The programs, supplemented by funding from state governments, bar associations and foundations, provide free legal help to the poor but not in criminal cases., can we say that "The programs give legal help to the poor."?

A:
yes