Problem: (1) For similar reasons , '' Futurama '' 2007 was also revived by Comedy Central : impressive spectator numbers in syndication as well as high DVD sales .
(2) For similar reasons , '' Futurama '' 2007 was also revived by Comedy Central : high spectator numbers in syndication as well as impressive DVD sales .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: no

Problem: (1) The Nordiques signed Free Agent Tony Currie from the Toronto Maple Leafs , while Blake Wesley , who signed with Edmonton Oilers , lost .
(2) The Nordiques signed free agent Tony Currie from the Toronto Maple Leafs , while they lost Blake Wesley , who signed with the Edmonton Oilers .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) Starring Holly Hunter and Tim Robbins , the series focuses on a contemporary multi-racial family in the Portland area .
(2) The series , occupied with Holly Hunter and Tim Robbins , focuses on a contemporary multi-racial family in the Portland area .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) Homalopoma subobsoletum is a species of calcareous sea snail with small opercula , a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Colloniidae .
(2) Homalopoma subobsoletum is a kind of calcareous sea snail with small opercula , a marine gastropod mollusk in the Colloniidae family .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A:
yes