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Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Which state was the 27th to join the union? ### Response:

The 27th state to join the union was Louisiana, which joined on April 30, 1812.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: My grandpa always used to tell me that you can't mow grass when its wet. Is this true? ### Response:

Well if you mow the grass too wet, the lawn mower blade can just cut through it. So ideally the grass should be dry enough to keep the mower blade from being able to cut through it, but not so dry that it's hard to cut. If the grass is really dry, you should give it a bit of a water, then wait for it to become more water-filled.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is the difference between an adjustable rate mortgage and a fixed rate mortgage? ### Response:

I think I know the answer!

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some good places to visit in Florence? ### Response:

Perhaps you would like to go to Santa Croce for some good views of the city, or the Pitti Palace for some art. Or perhaps you could visit the Michelangelo’s Laurentian Library, if you enjoy architecture and sculpture.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I want to make vegetable fried rice. I have leftover rice, broccoli and carrots. Can you help me? ### Response:

Yes, I can help! It looks like you have some rice, broccoli and carrots. Let’s see what we can do with those. I think you can make rice, or even just plain rice, by putting the rice in a pot, then boiling it. Then you can use the leftover broccoli and carrots to make vegetable fried rice!

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are the causes Alzheimer's disease? ### Response:

Undrestanding the causes of the Alzheimer's disease is an ongoing research. The research so far indicate that causes probably include a combination of age-related changes in the brain, along with genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. The importance of any one of these factors may differ from person to person. One well-known gene that influences Alzheimer’s risk is the apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene, which has been identified via Genome Wide Association Studies (GWAS). The APOE gene is involved in making a protein that helps carry cholesterol and other types of fat in the bloodstream.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How many episodes did the TV show "Friends" have? ### Response:

Well there were a total of ten seasons of "Friends", which means they had a total of about 200 episodes.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Can you tell me films that have one Oscars starring Eddie Murphy? ### Response:

Here are the films that feature him in the Best Actor or Best Supporting Actor category: Three Kings (1999) Best Supporting Actor Rumor Has It (2005) Best Supporting Actor Dreamgirls (2006) Best Actor The Nutty Professor (1996) Best Actor The Distinguished Gentleman (1992) Best Supporting Actor The Best Man (1999) Best Supporting Actor Bowfinger (1999) Best Supporting Actor Beverly Hills Cop (1984) Best Actor

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: what are some fun crafts involving glitter glue? ### Response:

Some fun crafts using glitter glue include making greeting cards, crafting earrings, creating coasters, or even decorating frames. You can also decorate glass or ceramic objects with glitter glue. Another fun craft using glitter glue is creating faux crystals by applying the glue in a striped pattern, which you then sprinkle with glitter. You can even use glitter glue to make holiday decorations, such as Christmas ornaments, or Valentine’s Day decorations.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: what should i do if i like my best friend? ### Response:

The best thing to do is to be yourself, and be honest. If you tell her how you feel, and she is open to that, it’s the best thing you can do. If she isn’t ready for that, she may need more time, so you can’t force it. Let’s explore the question, so you have a chance to think it over.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: how can I get my daughter to get out of bed on time for school? ### Response:

Raising a child can be a challenging process, especially when you are trying to get her to do something that you think is important. Here are a few suggestions that might help: First, try encouraging her to get out of bed by adopting a positive tone and immediately praising all of her efforts. Try saying things like “you did a great job getting out of bed this morning” or “I notice that you’ve set an alarm every morning for the past week. You’re doing a great job waking up on time!” You might also remind her that you will reward her with a special breakfast or favorite toy when she gets up early. Emphasize that if she doesn’t get up quickly she risks being late for class, which might be the more compelling factor for a child. If possible, set an alarm together so that she will have a consistent reminder that she needs to get out of bed. Next, move your child’s bed to a less comfortable area of the room, such as under the window, which may help motivate her to get up more easily. If she refuses to follow these instructions, try being more persistent. Begin your wake-up routine by coming into her room and telling her to get up, and gently help her do it by setting an alarm. More radical methods might also work, such as waking her up a little earlier than usual so that she has enough time to get up. Finally, if she’s not responding to these cajoling tactics then perhaps you should consider a reward system for when she wakes up early for school. Other approaches might include moving her bed to another room that isn’t quite as comfortable for sleeping, such as the living room, turning up the heat in her room, or removing her favorite stuffed animal. If all else fails, be sure to be compassionate with your child and keep in mind that she is probably going through a difficult age period and will grow out of these habits eventually.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are the most popular colored christmas lights ### Response:

Red, blue, green, white, purple and yellow

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I have been noticing that my work from home setup is not the most comfortable. Can you give me the basics of setting up correct ergonomics? ### Response:

Sure! I’ll just give a few tips. First, when possible, make sure your desk or desk area is in a good position for your posture. Aim to sit at a desk with your computer screen at or below eye level, and angle the monitor a little bit forward (towards you), rather than flat up and facing straight out. Place your desk in a position where you can keep your shoulders straight and your head neither too bent up or too straight down. Next, make sure your chair is set to the right height for you. Also, make sure you have a few pillows or something that you can lean on. Finally, if you have a footstool, or can put a low table in front of you, this can really help for keyboarding, as your legs don’t need to be supported all the time. Finally, if you can do some work on your feet at times, it can be really good to stand up and take a walk. Moving around a little bit can also be really good for concentration.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why is Rafael Nadal so successful on clay courts? ### Response:

There are a lot of factors contributing to Rafael Nadal's success on clay. It starts with his preferred play style, heavy topspin. Heavily top spun ball bites into the surface more and jumped up higher, making it harder for the opponents to get the ball back. Next is his physical prowess -- clay courts are slow, which leads to longer points, so the players have to be in fantastic physical shape for them to keep playing at their best levels for 3-4 hours on average. Finally, Rafael Nadal's attitude and competitive spirit -- never give up, always plays with a high-intensity point in point out, and plays the sport with humility make him the ultimate champion he is on clay courts.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I not be so sensitive with what people say about me? ### Response:

It is certainly difficult to remain emotionally detached from the negative feedback we receive from others, and sensitivity around this issue is very common. The best approach to dealing with this is likely through a combination of cognitive and emotional strategies. Cognitive strategies can involve learning to view feedback in a more constructive and fair manner, and emotional strategies can involve learning to better regulate emotional reactions surrounding criticism. Common approaches to addressing cognitive strategies include carefully considering the source and nature of feedback, considering the intent behind feedback (rather than just the particular content or language used), and clarifying one’s own perspective and judgment concerning the feedback. Common emotional regulation strategies include practicing mindful breathing and mindfulness meditation towards reducing emotional reactivity, actively engaging in enjoyable and relaxing activities, and developing a strong support network of friends and familiy who can provide emotional support through difficult times. In general, fostering a growth-oriented mindset and reframing negative feedback as an opportunity for personal development can also be helpful in dealing with sensitivity around criticism.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I'd like to learn to say some weather terms in another language. ### Response:

That would be awesome. We can definitely learn a phrase or two together.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What causes someone to have a heart attack? ### Response:

That’s a really good question! There are many different ways a person can have a heart attack. It can be caused by things like plaque buildup, or damage to the coronary arteries from other diseases, such as high cholesterol or diabetes. Or it can even be caused by stress.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Should high school students be allowed to drink coffee? ### Response:

Coffee contains caffeine that helps boost energy levels in human bodies and there is no clear evidence showing that drinking moderate amounts of coffee would harm human productivity or health. For high school students to not doze off at classes, it could be a good idea to permit a limited amount of coffee intake.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do you make a Reuben sandwich? ### Response:

I haven’t really tried making one, but I can look up recipes online and read them to you.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Who is Rihanna? Robyn Rihanna Fenty (born February 20, 1988) is a Barbadian singer, actress, and businesswoman. Born in Saint Michael and raised in Bridgetown, Barbados, Rihanna auditioned for American record producer Evan Rogers who invited her to the United States to record demo tapes. After signing with Def Jam in 2005, she soon gained recognition with the release of her first two studio albums, Music of the Sun (2005) and A Girl Like Me (2006), both of which were influenced by Caribbean music and peaked within the top ten of the US Billboard 200 chart. ### Response:

Rihanna (Robyn Rihanna Fenty) is a singer, actress, and businesswoman from Barbados. After auditioning with American record producer Evan Rogers, she signed to Def Jam in 2005 and gained worldwide recognition with her first two studio albums, "Music of the Sun" and "A Girl Like Me".

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I like to host guests at my home from time to time, and I am gathering recipes of different dishes and drinks to keep things interesting. I am interested in trying some Taiwanese dishes. Can you give me a recipe for Dan Bing? ### Response:

Sure, this is a straightforward recipe: Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork 2 tsp ground white pepper 1/2 tsp ground cloves 2 large onions, sliced 2 or 3 green onions, chopped 3 slices fresh ginger, chopped 5 whole star anise 5 whole cloves 3 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp sesame oil A pinch of cayenne pepper Method: Marinate the pork in the white pepper, cloves, onion, ginger, star anise, cloves, sugar, rice vinegar and sesame oil for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Next, heat a wok or pan on medium-high heat. Add the pork and fry, stirring, for about five minutes until the meat is no longer pink and has shrunk slightly. Add the green onions and cook for another two to three minutes. Finally, add the cayenne pepper and mix. There are many other recipes, but I was thinking about this one because it seems simple and has a lot of ingredients so it should be authentic.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some thoughtful mothers day phrases I can say to my mom? ### Response:

How about, “Mom, I know you’ve been making me do chores ever since I was old enough to talk, but I really appreciate it. I want to let you know I really appreciate it.”

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Can you tell me how a GPA is calculated for student's coursework? ### Response:

Sure, a GPA is a grade-point average. The main component of it is an individual student’s course grade in a given semester, which is calculated by dividing the number of points earned by the number of credits for the course. The number of points earned is then multiplied by the credit value of the course to get the GPA, which is the average grade earned per credit in a given semester.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I want to know how to make Indonesian beef satays. Can you help me? ### Response:

Sure, there are several recipes for Indonesian satays. Here’s one basic recipe: Ingredients - 1 1/2 lb. top sirloin, thinly sliced across the grain - 1 1/2 T thick coconut milk - 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped - 1 clove garlic, minced - 2 shallots, sliced thinly - dash of pepper - 1 1/2 T palm sugar, dissolved in 1/2 cup water for sweet satay sauce - 1 T vinegar - 2 T Tamarind Juice - 1/4 cup canola oil Directions 1. Marinate sirloin with thick coconut milk, cilantro, garlic, and pepper for 4 hours. 2. Soak bamboo skewers in water for 10 minutes. 3. Bring sirloin and both sauces to a boil in medium saucepan and reduce to low heat. Simmer until the meat becomes tender and translucent, about 1 hour. 4. Brush with cooking sauce and let it marinate for 10 minutes. 5. Broil 5 inches under a pre-he

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Who is the greatest tennis player of all time? ### Response:

Being the greatest is a subjective question, based on the number of grand slams and the era in which they were played, Rod Laver is considered to be one of the greatest players of all time

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Is it hard to become a teacher in Florida? ### Response:

No, it isn’t hard at all to become a teacher in Florida.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is the tallest building in the world? ### Response:

Well, according to Wikipedia the tallest building currently in use is Burj Khalifa in Dubai, with a height of 828 meters.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do I get better at proofreading? ### Response:

First of all, you need to read everything very carefully. Look for any typos, misspellings, or grammatical errors. Look for any inconsistencies or any missing information. Make sure that everything is spelled correctly, is punctuated correctly, and is written in a grammatically correct way. The more you read, the better you’ll get at it. And the more you proofread, the better you’ll get.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What does a healthy morning routine look like? ### Response:

Here's an example of a healthy morning routine. You wake up at least an hour or two before your obligations begin. You start your day with a meditation practice so that you can clear your mind and focus on your intentions for the day. Then you spend at least 30 minutes on exercise. After working up a sweat, you take a shower and go through your morning getting-ready routine. You prepare coffee and breakfast, and read or spend time with a loved one as you eat. Then you begin your duties for the day.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: what are some good stretches for warming up legs? ### Response:

Warming up is an important part of physical fitness and athletic training, as it prepares the body for strenuous activity and prevent muscular injury. Here are a few good stretches to help you warm up your legs: 1. Lying Gluteal Stretch: Lie face down with your arms at your sides. Raise your right leg up and bent at the knee. Reach back with your right hand and gently pull the thigh of your right leg further upward, feeling a gentle stretch in the buttocks and the back of your thigh. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then repeat with the left leg. 2. Front of Thigh Stretch: Stand facing a wall with your heels positioned against the base of the wall. Position your hands on the wall at shoulder height. Keeping your back straight, lean gently forward until you feel a stretch in the front of your thighs. Hold this position for 30 seconds. 3. Calf Stretch: Stand facing a wall with your toes approximately 6 inches away from the wall. Position your hands on the wall at shoulder height. Keeping your back straight, lean gently forward until you feel a stretch in the back of your legs. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then repeat bending your knees further backwards to increase the stretch sensation. 4. Hamstring Stretch: Stand facing a wall with one foot placed 6 inches away from the wall. Hop your other foot way back behind you until you feel a stretch through the back of your legs and buttocks. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then repeat with the other leg. 5. Quadriceps Stretch: Stand facing a wall with one foot placed 6 inches away from the wall. Bend your front knee slightly, keeping your back leg straight

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some foods that use peanuts? ### Response:

Peanuts can be used in a variety of foods, they are commonly found in snack mixes, and also as a major ingredient in some types of cuisine.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is a biome? ### Response:

You asked me to give you a specific definition, and I think this works: A biome is a large area characterized by its vegetation, soil, climate, and wildlife. There are five major types of biomes: aquatic, grassland, forest, desert, and tundra, though some of these biomes can be further divided into more specific categories, such as freshwater, marine, savanna, tropical rainforest, temperate rainforest, and taiga.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What were the biggest hits of Nat King Cole? I also know there was a duet with his daughter at some point. ### Response:

Sure. Here are the top three: 1. “Unforgettable” 2. “Nature Boy” 3. “Mona Lisa” And he had a duet with his daughter, Natalie, called “Love Eyes”.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why are so many animals in the arctic white furred? ### Response:

There are several reasons why Arctic animals are white, but there are several potential biological advantages to this adaptation. Animals that camouflage themselves using white fur can blend in to their environment better, making it more difficult for predators to spot them. Or, they may blend in to the snow, which protects them from hotter temperatures during the day, allowing them to remain active for longer hours.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some good ideas for flavored rice? ### Response:

Flavored rice is pretty easy to make. A lot of people use cinnamon, and they can also make it spicy with chili peppers.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What should you eat before playing in a sporting event? ### Response:

If you are playing a physical sport, you want to have enough energy to compete at your highest potential. Water is very important to avoid dehydration. Carbohydrates are also important but you should eat them two hours prior to the activity. Lean protein such as chicken, pork or fish is a great source of nutrients.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do you grow nails fast? ### Response:

As you may know, nails are growths that cover the tips of your fingers and toes. They’re made of the same kind of tissue as your skin, so unlike hooves or claws, they don’t require the growth of a completely separate layer of cells to come in. However, they do have a different rate of growth and their structure is a bit different than regular skin. One of the biggest factors in determining how fast you grow nails is your general health and nutrition. For example, smoking cigarettes or consuming large amounts of caffeine will tend to slow the growth of nails and may lead to brittle nails or nails that grow “with a moon” instead of straight. In addition to drugs, your nail growth also tends to slow with aging, but there are ways to keep nails from getting worse as you get older.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is the difference between bourbon and whiskey? ### Response:

While all bourbons are whiskeys, they have to be made with at least 51% corn to be classified as a bourbon.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Can you explain fair use? ### Response:

Fair use is a legal concept that says you are allowed to use some copyrighted material for certain purposes without asking permission from the copyright holder.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Give me a bulleted list of the Seven Wonders of Portugal and their construction dates: ### Response:

In Portugal, you can find these 7 wonders: - Castle of Guimarães, 10th century - Castle of Óbidos, 1195 - Batalha Monastery, 1385 - Alcobaça Monastery, 1153 - Jerónimos Monastery, 1502 - Pena Palace, 1854 - Belém Tower, 1521

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is suffrage gate? ### Response:

Suffrage gate refers to the admission of women to voting rights and political office, which took place in many countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The term “suffrage” refers to the right to vote, and a “gate” is a barrier or impediment. So suffrage gate is a metaphorical term that refers to the barrier that women faced in obtaining the right to vote and hold political office. Women gained the right to vote in Australia in 1902, New Zealand in 1906, Finland and Norway in 1913, Denmark and the United States in 1920, and Britain, Germany, and The Netherlands in 1928. It was a long and difficult struggle, and there were also many obstacles for women of color and lower social classes. But gradually women won the right to vote in most countries, and this was a huge step towards gender equality and increased representation of women in politics.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I've been feeling a little under the weather. How can I cheer myself up? ### Response:

Here are some suggestions: 1. Tell yourself that you'll feel better soon, even if it doesn’t seem like it right now. 2. Do something nice for yourself, like watch a movie you enjoy, read a book you love, or have a bubble bath. 3. Remind yourself that you're deserving of comfort and happiness.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can you tell if a twenty dollar bill is counterfeit? ### Response:

Some easy ways to tell a counterfeit bill from a real one are: - The color of the ink is often not as vivid as real currency. - The paper is often thinner or rougher than that of real bills. - The image of the president or the denomination may look blurred or distorted. - The edges of the bill may not be straight. - There may be dirt or marks on the bill that are not present on real bills.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Which is the best soccer team of all time? ### Response:

It is hard to say since there could be multiple rankings to answer this question. Assuming the best soccer players end up playing in Europe, we could take into consideration the European Champions League winners. Using this ranking, Real Madrid, having won 14 trophies, could be considered the best soccer team in the world. Alternatively, Fifa awarded Real Madrid the “soccer club of the 20th century” after winning a popular poll with 42.35% of the votes. Everything around soccer teams is very subjective and feelings could play a big part for everyone's answer.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do you freeze okra? ### Response:

Okra is a vegetable that grows well in warm climates, and is typically used as a cooking ingredient, since it has a pleasant flavor. It can be easily preserved by freezing, generally in trays in a freezer. The vegetables should be washed before freezing, and it’s recommended that they be sliced, to increase the density of the individual ingredients in the tray, and to help prevent them from clumping when they’re defrosted at a later date.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I reduce my anxiety levels? ### Response:

I don’t know your exact situation or circumstances, but I can try to tell you some stuff that will be useful to try.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Can you describe to me characteristics of Amber colored eyes? For example, physical characteristics and where the eye color is frequently found. ### Response:

Sure, Amber Eyes is a coloring that may be described as any eye color that is a shade of orange, gold or light brown. This is a color that is commonly associated with people of Irish and Scottish heritage.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I like to host guests at my home from time to time, and I am gathering recipes of different dishes and drinks to keep things interesting. I am interested in trying some Yemini dishes. Can you give me a recipe for Arikah? ### Response:

Of course! Yemini Arikah, or Muhammarah, is a delicious red curry served with rice and pita. You can try it with lamb, chicken or beef. I’ll get you started with a basic recipe for one or two people, but you can easily adapt it to make more or a smaller amount. ----

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Which country produces the most wine on an annual basis? ### Response:

Italy

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are the health benefits of green tea? ### Response:

Sure! I’ve just written a document for you that explains all the benefits of green tea. Here are some of the key points: -- It has several nutrients and antioxidants that promote health -- One of the major antioxidants in green tea, “EGCG”, has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties -- EGCG also improves cardiovascular health -- Green tea is less likely than black tea to increase blood pressure -- It’s associated with a reduced risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and kidney stones -- Green tea can also help you lose weight

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do I know when I need to replace my home's roof? ### Response:

One indicator that you may need to replace your home's roof is that there are leaks, which are usually obvious because you'll see spots on the walls or your furniture that have gotten wet. Another indicator is missing or damaged shingles. A third indicator could be a roof that's deteriorated to the point that it's getting less protective - for instance, it may no longer waterproof your home correctly or well enough to prevent ice dams in winter. In all of these cases, calling a professional roofing contractor is a good idea. They'll be able to conduct a roof inspection to tell you how to proceed, and usually to offer roof-maintenance recommendations as well.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Which one of these is a country: Banana, Chicken, Pine tree, or Japan? ### Response:

Japan

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I recently got a flat tire. My husband bought me something called a tire pressure gauge. It did not come with instructions and I am too embarrassed to ask him how it works. Can you help? ### Response:

Sure! This sounds like a great excuse for me to help educate you on how a tire pressure gauge works. In most cars, you can access the air pressure in your tires by pressing a button on the driver’s side door, then pressing another button on the driver’s side, or trunk, that’s labeled “Tire Pressure”. And then you should see a bar or line on the gauge that tells you the air pressure in the tire.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why german cars are best? ### Response:

1. They are perfect build quality 2. Engine is refined.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some things to do in Salt Lake City Utah ### Response:

Try some local Utah-brewed beers like Mormon Tea. Explore the city’s arches and bridges, or take a hike in the mountains. The Uinta Mountain range offers many scenic hiking trails, as well as camping and fishing opportunities. Visit Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City, or the University of Utah campus in nearby Salt Lake City. You can also shop for Native American souvenirs, or browse local craft and artisan offerings. The Utah Museum of Natural History offers interactive exhibits and paleontology programs for kids. Or, you can try your hand at whitewater rafting on the Green or Colorado rivers.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do I make a rhubarb pie? ### Response:

Rhubarb pie sounds great! To get started, you’ll need to make sure you have the proper ingredients. Here’s what I think you’ll need: 1 rhubarb, roughly cut into 1-inch pieces 3 tablespoons sugar 1 cup sliced almonds 1 tablespoon butter 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely grated 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 egg, beaten 1/2 cup cream 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon melted butter Here’s how to make the crust: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Melt the butter, and mix with the flour. When your pie is cooked, cut the crust and allow to cool. So the first step is to preheat the oven to 350. After that, you’ll need to cut your rhubarb into 1-inch pieces. Then you’ll mix the sugar, 3 tablespoons of sliced almonds, and the eggs together, and stir that into your rhubarb. Once your rhubarb is mixed with the egg, you’ll fold in the melted butter and the cream. Then you

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Would it be better to get a gas water heater or an electric water heater? ### Response:

An electric water heater would have a lower fuel consumption than a gas water heater, and a lower risk of a malfunction that could cause a fire. A gas water heater would be faster to heat the water and take less time to heat the whole tank, but it would also be a greater risk of a malfunction that could cause a fire. It’s not a clear-cut comparison, but an electric water heater would seem to be a better choice overall.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why do huskies howl? ### Response:

Huskies howl when they are excited or anxious. They howl instead of barking because a howl can travel over longer distances and uses less energy.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Who develop the Battlefield series video games? ### Response:

The BattleField series of video games is developed by DICE, a Swedish company.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I'm looking to purchase headphones for listening to music. What is the best brand for me to buy? ### Response:

There are several excellent brands of headphones. Bose, Sony, Beats, and Audio-Technica are some of the most highly regarded brands. Among them, Sony headphones and Bose headphones tend to be the most popular, but each has its advantages and disadvantages. If you're looking for high-quality sound, the Bose QuietComfort line is excellent. They also have many other great features, such as noise-cancellation and touch controls. Sony headphones, on the other hand, are more versatile and feature-rich, including active noise cancellation, Bluetooth connectivity, and touch controls. In addition, Sony headphones tend to be slightly less expensive than Bose headphones.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is the structure of a persuasive text? My son has to write one for homework and I want to make sure he's on the right track... ### Response:

Here’s what persuasive texts usually involve: First, there’s the topic, which you might describe as the central idea of the essay. The purpose of the essay is then to support that topic and make the reader want to agree with it, and there are many different ways to do that, depending on the context. You might give background information, for example, or you might give statistics or a personal anecdote. You might give arguments that focus on why your idea is true, or on how it benefits society, or you might put it in historical context. You can also use rhetorical tools like metaphors or similes to support your position, or even by putting your argument in the form of a story.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Can you give men an estimate on how long it would take to drive from Maryland to Ohio? ### Response:

Assuming average driving speed, I would estimate the trip would take about nine hours.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am a girl. I have a noticeable mustache. What can I do to get rid of it? ### Response:

This is a common thing that happens to girls. Here are some options for you to consider: - Do nothing. It’s possible that your mustache will go away on its own, by puberty. - Talk to a dermatologist. - Consider going through puberty a little early. - Shave. - Wax. - Consider hair removal laser treatments. - Consider hair removal creams. - Consider chemical hair removal creams. - Consider electrolysis, where a machine passes electricity through your hair follicles. - Consider a surgical procedure called a ‘follicular unit extraction’, where they extract a small patch of hair in order to make room for new hair. - Consider a surgical procedure called ‘epilation’, where a small piece of skin is removed and then sewn back on. - Consider a surgical procedure called a ‘liposuction’, where they remove excess fatty tissue and sew the skin back on. - Consider a surgical procedure called a ‘blepharoplasty’ where excess fatty tissue and skin is removed from the upper eyelids. - Consider a surgical procedure called a ‘nasolabial

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Which company developed the popular video game console Wii? ### Response:

Nintendo developed it.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are plankton? ### Response:

Plankton are microscopic organisms found in both oceans and fresh water. They’re present in enormous numbers, and play an important role in the ecosystem. Plankton are mostly unicellular, but they can also be found in colonies. Some species are more settled and stationary, while others are more mobile.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do dividends work? ### Response:

Ah, I remember learning about that when I was reading up on finance. It’s a financial term that you’ll see often when reading up on financial news. In general, dividends are payments that are made to investors who own a stake in a company. Usually, the company will also announce the upcoming dividend before they pay out. The way dividends are calculated depends on the type of stocks you own.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Identify which instrument is string or woodwind: Cello, Danso ### Response:

Cello is string, Danso is woodwind.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some common characteristics of Maine Coon cats? ### Response:

Maine Coon cats are a large breed that tends to have long-haired cats and exceptionally fluffy tails. They have distinct facial characteristics, including larger head, more pronounced chins, and tufted ear tips. They are also perceived to be loyal and more intelligent than average cats.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some interesting kinds of pestos I can make? ### Response:

Well to start, it’s best to ask for “pasta pesto”, not just “pasta with pesto”. A “pasta pesto” is a pasta dish made with pesto sauce, which is a sauce made with basil, cheese, garlic, and pine nuts. You can also add tomatoes and olive oil, for example: pasta pesto orecchiette handful of basil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup pine nuts 1/4 cup grated parmesan 1/4 cup olive oil You also can add Parmesan, walnuts, raisins, anchovies, or tuna. Basically the ingredients are all vegetables (usually fresh), and the garlic, nuts, cheese, and olive oil will combine to make a sauce. Sometimes other flavors like anise, lemon zest, or paprika will be added as well.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How does Vitamin B12 help you? ### Response:

Vitamin B12 is actually not a vitamin, it is a type of protein. It is found in eggs, shellfish, and meats, so if you consume some food or food ingredients that have B12 in them, you will get some B12 in your diet. Vitamin B12 is important because it helps your body form red blood cells. If you do not get enough vitamin B12, you may have lower blood levels of folate and iron, and this is a risk factor for heart disease.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Which one of the following objects is least like the others, and why? Lemon, Car, Grass, Lime ### Response:

A car is least like the others, because it is a man-made non-living object, while the rest are plants.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I've read that cold weather helps reduce inflammation, similar to cold packs. Does this mean people who live in cold weather are healthier, or do they deal with their own separate problems caused by the old? ### Response:

Good question! I don't know if they have better inflammation overall, but I can tell you a bit about how people live in cold climates. There is some research that shows that cold weather does reduce inflammation, which may mean that people who live in cold climates may have a slightly lower incidence of inflammation than people who live in warm climates. I can't say this means they have better overall health, but it seems plausible that it could. However, they also might have their own separate problems because they are likely to experience more of the types of problems caused by the cold weather. Research has found that cold weather can cause a number of health problems, which can be on their own, or can be accompanied by inflammation. For example, cold weather can cause more cases of the flu, and if you have a cold when it is very cold outside you might not want to go out, which can lead to being inactive.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Search for scalloped potatoes recipe ### Response:

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/119591/scalloped-potatoes

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Are there any states in the U.S. that don't observe daylight savings time? ### Response:

Yes, in certain regions along the Pacific coast and in most of Alaska there are no daylight saving time periods during the year. These states are Arizona, Hawaii, Indiana, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, US Virgin Islands and most of Alaska. There are also some smaller districts or territories in the United States territories and possessions that do not follow daylight saving time (most notably the Northern Mariana Islands, along with certain small districts within the U.S. overseas territories). In short, these states and territories do not observe daylight saving time during the year: Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Indiana, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands. And of course, these are only the U.S. states and territories that do not observe daylight saving time. Internationally, the vast majority of countries and territories in the world follow daylight saving time during the year on varying schedules around the globe. Note also that the United States territories of the Senkaku Islands and Wake Island do observe the daylight saving time schedule throughout the year, while the remaining U.S. territories and possessions do not observe daylight saving time, generally except for Kwajalein At

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why is marketing so difficult? ### Response:

Marketing can be very challenging, especially in a world where advertising is everywhere and it’s often hard to stand out as an individual. People today are often overwhelmed with information from all sides, and most have a hard time finding space in their busy schedule to pay attention to advertising, but it’s still really important for businesses and individuals to come up with well-thought-out marketing plans to help them connect with their desired customers.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How does ruby on rails work? ### Response:

Ruby on Rails (RoR) is a web application framework, often referred to as a “web framework”. It provides various tools for web developers, such as automatic database structure creation, and helpers to allow for easy rendering of HTML and other web content.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What's the difference between a vagrant and a hobo? ### Response:

A hobo is a person who travels around to find work and live sparingly, without any fixed home or stable means of support. A vagrant is someone who lives rather aimlessly and usually lives on the streets or in an abandoned place. While a hobo is sometimes seen as a positive or romantic figure, a vagrant is usually assumed to be a problem for society.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What are some things that can be done to reduce inequality between the rich and the poor? ### Response:

That’s a great question, and it’s a difficult one. The best thing would seem to be to provide more support for education for the poor. This would increase their education and employment, so it could lead to more equal outcomes. Another thing that is good is to help people find better jobs and opportunities. Rising economic inequality in the U.S. makes this harder, unfortunately, and it seems to result from competition between wealthy corporations. This can be counteracted by strengthening the economic position of low-income workers and unions. In regards to how to solve economic inequality between the poor and the rich, another critical thing can be strengthening the social safety net, including government programs and assistance. This will ensure that people have basic needs met, and also make it easier for people to find jobs and find more opportunities to improve themselves. There’s also a need for more government programs which provide financial, legal, and health assistance, as well as guarantees for affordable housing and childcare. To reduce inequality, working to allow poor people access to good education programs, and aid for health and training, is wise. It's also important to help increase mobility between social classes, so that educated and wealthy members of the lower classes can

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Identify which car manufacturer is British or American: Rolls-Royce, Ford ### Response:

Ford is American, Rolls-Royce is British

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I've been reading about Bill Clinton becoming a controversial figure of late due to this relationship with women. Can you elaborate? ### Response:

While it’s difficult to trace the root of the allegations, many of them stem from a photo scandal from the late 1990s, in which the tabloid National Enquirer published stories accusing Clinton of having an affair with a White House intern named Monica Lewinsky. The scandal later led to an impeachment trial in the United States Senate. In the course of this trial, the president was found to have made a false statement under oath during a deposition about his relationship with Lewinsky. The Senate did not convict Clinton on that charge.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: My mom fell for a phishing scam and now someone has access to her e-mail and facebook account. What can I do to help her? ### Response:

Phishing scams are carefully crafted to seem legit with targeted and personalized messages aimed at tricking people. Sometimes the messages even have answers that match one-time passwords that are being asked for. Try your best to block her e-mail account from getting inundated with phishing e-mails. Also try your best to convince her to install special e-mail, web-browser, and social media security software to reduce the risks of getting scammed or getting her e-mail or other accounts hacked.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I would like to know more about German Reunification Treaty. Can you tell me about it? ### Response:

The fall of the Berlin Wall marked the end of the Cold War, and the beginning of a reunified Germany. The treaty, signed in 1990, codified the reunification process. The former East Germany officially joined the Federal Republic of Germany, and both entities became part of the European Union.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Do humans have stripes? ### Response:

Humans have "stripes" called Blaschko's lines. They are generally invisible to the human eye but some people's lines may be visible due to skin conditions or if they are a chimera, which will cause the lines to express different levels of melanin and make them more readily visible.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What can I install in my children's playground for flooring so they don't hurt themselves? ### Response:

When it comes to installation of flooring, what you're looking for is generally called “anti-fatigue surface”. You could try putting a “walking / biking surface” in the area. I've heard good things about them!

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Do you need a second opinion when you have cancer? ### Response:

On the one hand, you want to get the best treatment possible, and you’re not in a position to evaluate how good your doctors are or what they do in practice. So I think you should probably just follow your doctors’ recommendations. On the other hand, you’re not helpless, and it’s important to be an active participant in your health care decisions. So it’s also okay to ask lots of questions and do your own research. It may feel pretty overwhelming and scary to face a life-threatening illness. But I think it’s good to know how you can get the most of your treatment and make sure you have as much information as possible to make good choices.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Who won the Man Booker International Prize for 2019? ### Response:

Jokha Alharthi (Oman Author)

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do you start your child playing soccer? ### Response:

A great place to start is to start your child on a rec league. These are normally for beginners and emphasize having fun and usually are a short, low financial commitment. If they enjoy this experience, moving up to a club level league is a great next step. This is a larger commitment both in terms time and money.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I was considering becoming a lawyer. While I have a bachelor's degree finished, what education and licensing are necessary, to become a working lawyer? ### Response:

There are many types of lawyers. To work as a public defender, or in the area of criminal law, you will typically need to go to law school, where you will have to take classes and pass exams. But if you are interested in government or corporate work, it may not be necessary to go to law school. After you graduate from law school, you will typically have to pass a licensing exam.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I remove a tree stump from my yard? ### Response:

The best way to remove a tree stump is with a crowbar and a shovel. You should start by digging around the edges of the stump, then use the crowbar to loosen it from the soil. Then you can use the shovel to lift the stump and remove it from the yard.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why does the US have the "jury of your peers" system? ### Response:

In the United States, the Bill of Rights guarantees that all individuals have the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury of their peers. This means that individuals are entitled to have a panel of their fellow citizens determine the verdict and sentence in criminal trials. This system is intended to promote fairness and impartiality of the justice system, and protect the rights and liberties of the accused. The jury system has a long and rich history in the US, and is one of the fundamental features of the US legal system.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Why isn't multi-threading making my Python code faster? How can I fix it. ### Response:

Python restricts access to the interpreter with a Global Interpreter Lock, referred to as the GIL, for internal thread-safety requirements. Unfortunately, this design decision restricts only allows one thread to interpret Python code at a time, even on a machine with the capability to run multiple threads together. If you wish to run Python code on a set of data, and the data can be broken up into independent segments (a process known as data partitioning), you may wish to look into the multiprocessing library in Python. As an example, consider the function foo which takes one argument, arg1, and say you wanted to run the foo function on a number of values, say, val1, val2, and val3. def foo(arg1): # do something if __name__ == '__main__': foo(val1) foo(val2) foo(val3) To have foo execute on multiple processes together, you could use the multiprocessing Pool to run multiple worker processes together: from multiprocessing import Pool def foo(arg1): # do something if __name__ == '__main__': p = Pool() p.map(foo, [val1, val2, val3]) The multiprocessing library also provides various other APIs for parallel programming. Would you like to know more?

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: A friend is a vegetarian. She eats a lot of tempeh. What is tempeh? ### Response:

Tempeh is a kind of soybean, made into a dense protein-rich substance that has a nutty taste. It has become popular in vegetarian diets, particularly in western countries, due to its relative richness in protein compared to other vegetarian alternatives, such as lentils and beans. It is a common ingredient in vegetarian sandwich meats and vegetarian sausage.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Jacqueline Durand's face was nearly erased two days before Christmas and one day before her 22nd birthday. It happened when a dog sitting job in Coppell, Texas, a suburb of Dallas, went terribly wrong. The instant after Durand opened the front door of Justin and Ashley Bishop's home, the dogs were not like the "lovely" dogs that she said she had met once before. The dogs dragged her from the front door to the living room. Lucy, a German Shepard mix, and Bender, a boxer and pitbull mix, pinned her down, tore off her nose, ears, lips and cheeks to the bone. Can you format this into all caps for me please? ### Response:

Jacqueline Durand's FACE WAS NEARLY ERASED TWO DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS AND ONE DAY BEFORE HER 22ND BIRTHDAY. It happened when a DOG SITTING JOB in COPPELL, TEXAS, a suburb of DALLAS, went terribly wrong. The instant after Durand OPENED THE FRONT DOOR of Justin and Ashley Bishop's HOME, THE DOGS were not like the "LOVELY" dogs that she said she had met ONCE BEFORE. The DOGS dragged her from the FRONT DOOR to the living ROOM. Lucy, a GERMAN SHEPARD MIX, and Bender, a boxer and PITBULL MIX, pinned her down, tore off her NOSE, EARS, LIPS and CHEEKS to the bone.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What was Robert Metcalfe's impact on society? While pursuing his doctorate in computer science, Metcalfe took a job with MIT's Project MAC after Harvard refused permission for him to connect the university to the then-new ARPAnet. At MAC, Metcalfe was responsible for building some of the hardware that would link MIT's minicomputers with ARPAnet. Metcalfe made ARPAnet the topic of his doctoral thesis, but Harvard initially rejected it.[10] Metcalfe decided how to improve his thesis while working at Xerox PARC, where he read a paper about the ALOHA network at the University of Hawaii. He identified and fixed some of the bugs in the AlohaNet model, then added that work to his revised thesis. It was then accepted by Harvard, which granted his PhD.[11] Metcalfe was working at PARC in 1973 when he and David Boggs invented Ethernet, initially as a standard for connecting computers over short distances. He later recalled that Ethernet was born on May 22, 1973, the day he circulated a memo titled "Alto Ethernet" which contained a rough schematic of how it would work. "That is the first time Ethernet appears as a word, as does the idea of using coax as ether, where the participating stations, like in AlohaNet or ARPAnet, would inject their packets of data, they'd travel around at megabits per second, there would be collisions, and retransmissions, and back-off," Metcalfe explained. Boggs argued that another date was the birth of Ethernet: November 11, 1973, the first day the system actually functioned.[9] In 1979, Metcalfe departed PARC and co-founded 3Com,[12] a manufacturer of computer networking equipment, in his Palo Alto apartment.[9] 3Com became a leading provider of networking solutions, and Ethernet became the dominant networking standard for local area networks (LANs).[13] In 1980 he received the ACM Grace Hopper Award for his contributions to the development of local networks, specifically Ethernet. In 1990, the 3Com board of directors appointed Éric Benhamou as CEO instead of Metcalfe, who then left the company.[9] He spent 10 years as a publisher and pundit, writing an internet column for InfoWorld. In 1996, he co-founded Pop!Tech, an executive technology conference.[14] He became a venture capitalist in 2001 and subsequently a general partner at Polaris Venture Partners.[3] From 2011 to 2021 he was a professor at The University of Texas at Austin's Cockrell School of Engineering, specializing in innovation initiatives.[15] Metcalfe was a keynote speaker at the 2016 Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders and in 2019 he presented the Bernard Price Memorial Lecture in South Africa.[16] In June 2022, Metcalfe returned to MIT by joining the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory as a research affiliate and computational engineer, working with the MIT Julia Lab.[17] ### Response:

Robert Metcalfe was a successful entrepreneur, having started companies like 3Com and Pop!Tech. He was also a professor at the University of Texas and a researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His biggest contribution, however, was the invention of Ethernet in 1973. This became the standard for wired internet connection, which is still used 50 years later.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Who was the Colossus of Rhodes a likeness of? ### Response:

The Colossus of Rhodes may have been viewed differently by different audiences. The statue had an inscription identifying it as an image of Helios, the god of the sun and local deity to Rhodes. In the wider Ancient Greek world Helios would likely be identified more readily as Apollo. The statue may have been made in the likeness of Alexander the Great's official image. This would have served to represent a bond between Rhodes and Alexandria with Alexander's image serving as the founder of the Egyptian city. Support for this idea comes from the fact that the Colossus was made to celebrate Rhodes' victory over a siege. This victory was largely facilitated by Ptolemy from Alexandria, and Alexandria is also a likely source for the funds of the ambitious project. The artist Chares of Lindos would also have been well selected to achieve this double representation. He was local to the island of Rhodes (Lindos is another city on the same island) and would have been familiar with images of Helios. He was also the student of Lysippos who was the exclusive personal sculptor to Alexander the Great during his lifetime, and so Chares would have also been uniquely knowledgeable about the image of Alexander. Some but not all scholars argue for the Colossus to be understood as an image of Alexander posing as Helios that would be seen by the people of Rhodes as their local deity but seen by the people of Alexandria as their founder. The Statue of Liberty built by France and gifted to the USA was partially modeled after the Colossus and is similarly possible to read as a celebration of American independence and also a reference to one the three values Liberté, Égalité and Fraternité central to French identity.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: A friend told me that the movie Hostel was based on a true story. Is there any basis to that claim? ### Response:

While parts of the film may be based loosely on real events or situations, the film is not based on any particular true story. The film’s director said the film was inspired by events that happened in a particular city in eighties and nineties, but the movie is not coherently based on any true incidents or story. And while pranks or real-life “torture tours” exist, they have been mostly perpetrated in South Asia, not Europe. The film also includes somewhat unrealistic and gory elements, and is somewhat loosely based on actual torture. Some have criticized the film for being inappropriately violent and harsh, but others say the extreme violence in this film is used to convey important social messages.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is something that most people realize too late in their lives? ### Response:

This is a very interesting and challenging question. I think that most people often fail to realize the importance of engaging in meaningful relationships with other people, and the value of cultivating healthy personal habits. These are critical components of a fulfilling and satisfying life, but they are often neglected or taken for granted until later in life, when one begins to acutely experience the negative consequences of failing to prioritize these areas. I hope that this answer is helpful and insightful for you, and I wish you the best of luck in your personal and professional pursuits.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I take my dog to a dog park where there's a large lake for the dogs to swim in. My dog has never been swimming before and I'm not sure whether to let him go into the lake. Can dogs swim instinctively, or should I train him how to swim first? ### Response:

Dogs can swim naturally, so you might want to make sure you are in a safe environment before you let him into the water. If you are at a dog park, you can make sure it's safe by checking with the dog park staff and/dedicated areas for dogs. In general, if you're in a large body of water like a lake or a swimming pool, you want to make sure the water is calm and that the dog is healthy and in good condition before you let him swim.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Whos is Charles Awotwi Pratt? Charles Awotwi Pratt was a Ghanaian theologian and priest. He served as the fourth chairman of the Methodist Church Ghana from 1977 to 1981. He was the father of the Titus Awotwi Pratt, the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana from 2014 to 2018. ### Response:

Charles Awotwi Pratt was a Ghaniaian Theologian and priest. He served as the forth chairman of the Methodist Church Ghana from 1977 to 1981.

Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I would like to know the history of Telsa Corporation. ### Response:

Telsa Corporation was founded in 1985 by inventor Nikola Tesla, and has since become a leading producer of electrical engineering equipment. The company was initially focused on the development of new electrical devices, but later expanded into other areas such as solar energy technology and environmental engineering. Telsa Corporation has played a key role in advancing modern electrical technology, and is now one of the largest and most profitable corporations in the world.