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When Matthew learned how to speed read, Brian praised him because 
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ANS: Matthew had a learning disability.


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The woman enrolled her puppy in training classes to get him to walk on a leash, because the 
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ANS: leash scared the puppy.


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Mary refused to pay attention to Emily's romantic interest in them, because 
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ANS: Emily had zero personality.


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Victoria said it was important to be a good citizen but Mary said it didn't matter. 
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Mary was less likely to vote in elections or pay attention to the news.