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.

Beginning: Gina's sisters and friend were playing Spades. Middle 1: Gina was caught cheating. Middle 2: Gina wasn't caught cheating. Ending: So she gave up her seat, and went to watch TV instead.
1

Beginning: Simon approaches the cashier to order his lunch. Middle 1: He then snubs the cashier and steals his food. Middle 2: He then pays the cashier and receives his food. Ending: Simon finds a nice booth and eats his lunch.
2

Beginning: Carlos had always been very interested in German language and culture. Middle 1: Carlos went to school to learn about Germany. Middle 2: Carlos met with hitler to learn everything. Ending: When he visited Germany, all the locals were impressed with his skill.
1