Question:
S1: She has also signed a contract with Random House to write two books .
S2: Pauley also announced Thursday that she has struck a deal with Random House to pen two books .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
yes

Question:
S1: Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows .
S2: The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most - performers who have a hard time lining up work .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
no

Question:
S1: Without admitting or denying the S.E.C. ' s allegations , Mr. Markovitz agreed to a permanent ban from associating with an investment adviser or mutual fund .
S2: He has agreed to a lifetime ban from association with an investment adviser or mutual fund .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
no

Question:
S1: Avalon means the next Windows OS will support new styles of user interfaces and elements .
S2: Thanks to Avalon , Longhorn will support new styles of user interfaces and user interface elements .
Are S1 and S2 the same?
Answer:
yes