instruction:
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.
question:
Beginning: Erica had to decide whether to take her final or go help friends. Middle 1: Erica explained her situation to the professor. Middle 2: Erica never explained the situation to her professor. Ending: Erica was so grateful that her professor was understanding.
answer:
1

question:
Beginning: Today was my Birthday. Middle 1: I went to Disneyland to celebrate. Middle 2: I didn't know there was a surprise party. Ending: When I opened the door, some of my family were in the front.
answer:
2

question:
Beginning: We went to a friend's wedding last Saturday. Middle 1: All of our friends were there except the bride. Middle 2: All of our friends were there. Ending: We thoroughly enjoyed the wedding, with good food and great friends.
answer:
2