Premise: and religiously it's just it was very strange it was very interesting

Hypothesis: And looking at the religion was weird and fascinating.
Answer: yes

Premise: Privately, I hoped it might remain so, for what happiness could there be for Mary, if John were not acquitted?

Hypothesis: If John isn't acquitted, it will only make Mary happier.
Answer: no

Premise: Fires and hurricanes during the last century subsequently reduced its importance.

Hypothesis: Earthquakes were responsible for diminishing its importance during the last decade.
Answer: no

Premise: LSC funding represents less than 15 percent of the total funding available.

Hypothesis: LSC funding consists of less than 15% of total funds
Answer: yes