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question:"Colour" and "color","favourite" and "favorite"... Have you ever wondered why Americans spell those words without a "u"? Is it because they are lazy? Of course not. In fact,the difference in spelling was created by Noah Webster (1758-1843). He is a teacher who reformed English to make American identity stronger. Linguists celebrated his 250th birthday on October 16. After the Revolutionary War (1775~ 1783),Webster believed that Americans should have their own dictionary,rather than rely on British versions . He dropped the British "u" in some words. And he changed "centre" into "center" for children to learn English by spelling words more like they sounded. Webster wasn't shy about expressing his opinions. In defining preposterous (unreasonable),he wrote: "A republican government in the hands of females is preposterous." Webster spent 28 years on the project before completing the 70,000-word dictionary in 1828 with his American-style spellings. He also added local words. His dictionary was widely used in schools. Linguists believed it helped a new nation achieve unity and cultural independence at a time when most were focused on political freedom. "He was the shaper of our language and the shaper of American identity,"said Joshua Kendall,who is working on a biography about Webster. "He at last bonded us through our language." Why did Noah Webster create these differences in his dictionary? A) Because he wanted to make English simple and easy. B) Because he wanted to show that the USA is stronger than the UK. C) Because he wanted to achieve political freedom. D) Because he wanted American English to have its own characteristics. A:
answer:D) Because he wanted American English to have its own characteristics.
question:Write a sentence not in English.
answer:Voici une phrase en français: "Le chat est mignon." Now, let me explain that to you like you're a five-year-old: This sentence is in a different language called French, and it says, "The cat is cute." Just like how we talk in English, people in some other places talk in French. So, it's just another way to say things!
question:Write some highlights for the following article: Iran tested a missile-launching system and several types of short- and medium-range missiles Sunday, the state-run Press TV said. A short-range missile is test-launched during war games in Qom, Iran, south of Tehran, on Sunday. Earlier, the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had said it would stage missile exercises beginning Sunday to promote the armed forces' defense capabilities. The tests, which are expected to last until Monday, are code-named "Payghambar-e Azam 4" or "The Great Prophet 4," Press TV said. The missiles, fired at targets around the country Sunday, included the Fateh-110, a short-range ground-to-ground missile, and Tondar-69, a short-range naval missile, the station said. Several models of medium-range Shahab missiles were tested at night, Press TV reported. Watch Iranian missile tests ». The final stage of the tests will be held Monday morning, when Iran plans to test the long-range Shahab missile, the station said. In May, Iran said it tested a surface-to-surface missile that is capable of reaching parts of Europe. At the time, a White House official said actions in Iran were noteworthy. "Of course, this is just a test, and obviously there is much work to be done before it can be built and deployed. But I see it as a significant step forward in terms of Iran's capacity to deliver weapons," said Gary Samore, special assistant to the president on nonproliferation. The latest test follows Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's disclosure Friday that Iran was building a second uranium enrichment facility. Watch analyst's view on missile tests, nuclear tensions ». The United States and Israel believe that Iran is seeking nuclear weapons under the guise of a civilian nuclear energy program. Iran has denied the allegation. Highlights:
answer:1. Iran conducted missile tests on Sunday, showcasing its missile-launching system along with various short- and medium-range missiles, as confirmed by the state-run Press TV. 2. The missile tests are part of the "Payghambar-e Azam 4" or "The Great Prophet 4" exercises that aim to promote the Iranian armed forces' defense capabilities. 3. The tests, which are expected to last until Monday, included the firing of Fateh-110, a short-range ground-to-ground missile, and Tondar-69, a short-range naval missile, at targets around the country. 4. Several models of medium-range Shahab missiles were also tested at night, with plans to test the long-range Shahab missile on Monday morning. 5. Iran had previously announced in May the testing of a surface-to-surface missile capable of reaching parts of Europe. 6. The recent missile tests follow Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's disclosure on Friday that Iran is constructing a second uranium enrichment facility. 7. The United States and Israel suspect Iran is seeking nuclear weapons under the cover of a civilian nuclear energy program, an allegation Iran denies.
question:Love this place... Great food. Great atmosphere. Choose: was this review given positively or negatively? -negative; -positive;
answer:This review was given positively. The reviewer expresses their enjoyment of the place by saying, "Love this place." They also emphasize their appreciation for the dining experience by mentioning both the "Great food" and "Great atmosphere." These two aspects are crucial components for a positive experience at a restaurant or dining establishment, and the use of the word "great" to describe them indicates the reviewer's satisfaction and positive impressions.