Yes / no, is the following a verifiable fact?
"The Baptism practice emerged from Jewish ritualistic practices during the Second Temple Period."
yes
John, the Baptist is mentioned by the Roman Jewish historian, Josephus and revered as a major religious figure in Christianity.


**Q**
Does the following sentence make sense?
"Giraffes live in New York City."
Options:
- yes
- no
**A**
no
New York City would be too cold for giraffes and too populated with humans.


Claim: "Stephen Fry hated the sound of hummingbirds in the morning."
Is the claim above correct, and can it be verified by human common sense and without a web search?
Options:
- yes
- no
no
My sentence is false because there is no evidence or witness testimony to indicate it is true.


**Q**
Is the following statement true?
"Homer invented the catapult and used it to defend Carthage against the invading Mongol Hordes."
**A**
no
Archimedes created the first catapult and Homer did not defend Carthage against invaders.


Is the following a factual statement?
"Mail carriers on the Pony Express were all cowboys in classic chaps and hats."
Options:
- yes
- no
no
Although some were, this is a vast generalization.


Claim: "O. J. Simpson played American NFL football."
Is the claim above correct, and can it be verified by human common sense and without a web search?
Options:
- yes
- no
yes
O. J. Simpson is known for his NFL career.