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 "what_this_is": "The full question bank for https://getwold.com/human-or-ai. Every human passage is verbatim from a public-domain book, cited with title, author, year and a Gutenberg link so you can check it. Every model passage is labelled as generated. Nothing here is paraphrased.",
 "known_bias": "Every human passage was written between 1901 and 1922, so period flavour is a usable shortcut. The page says so too, on purpose.",
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   "text": "Aside from the large number of fowls and animals kept by the school, I keep individually a number of pigs and fowls of the best grades, and in raising these I take a great deal of pleasure. I think the pig is my favourite animal. Few things are more satisfactory to me than a high-grade Berkshire or Poland China pig.",
   "source": {
    "title": "Up from Slavery",
    "author": "Booker T. Washington",
    "year": 1901,
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   "text": "Before going to Europe some events came into my life which were great surprises to me. In fact, my whole life has largely been one of surprises. I believe that any man’s life will be filled with constant, unexpected encouragements of this kind if he makes up his mind to do his level best each day of his life—that is, tries to make each day reach as nearly as possible the high-water mark of pure, unselfish, useful living. I pity the man, black or white, who has never experienced the joy and satisfaction that come to one by reason of an effort to assist in making some one else more…",
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    "title": "Up from Slavery",
    "author": "Booker T. Washington",
    "year": 1901,
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   "text": "I have always felt that Mr. Adams, in a large degree, derived his unusual power of mind from the training given his hands in the process of mastering well three trades during the days of slavery. If one goes to-day into any Southern town, and asks for the leading and most reliable coloured man in the community, I believe that in five cases out of ten he will be directed to a Negro who learned a trade during the days of slavery.",
   "source": {
    "title": "Up from Slavery",
    "author": "Booker T. Washington",
    "year": 1901,
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "I have spoken of the impression that was made upon me by the buildings and general appearance of the Hampton Institute, but I have not spoken of that which made the greatest and most lasting impression on me, and that was a great man—the noblest, rarest human being that it has ever been my privilege to meet. I refer to the late General Samuel C. Armstrong.",
   "source": {
    "title": "Up from Slavery",
    "author": "Booker T. Washington",
    "year": 1901,
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "Once upon a time I taught school in the hills of Tennessee, where the broad dark vale of the Mississippi begins to roll and crumple to greet the Alleghanies. I was a Fisk student then, and all Fisk men thought that Tennessee—beyond the Veil—was theirs alone, and in vacation time they sallied forth in lusty bands to meet the county school-commissioners. Young and happy, I too went, and I shall not soon forget that summer, seventeen years ago.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Souls of Black Folk",
    "author": "W. E. B. Du Bois",
    "year": 1903,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/408",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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   "text": "Yet it is not wholly his fault. The Negro farmer started behind,—started in debt. This was not his choosing, but the crime of this happy-go-lucky nation which goes blundering along with its Reconstruction tragedies, its Spanish war interludes and Philippine matinees, just as though God really were dead. Once in debt, it is no easy matter for a whole race to emerge.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Souls of Black Folk",
    "author": "W. E. B. Du Bois",
    "year": 1903,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/408",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "Altogether, Anne went to bed that night in a rather pessimistic mood. She slept poorly and was so pale and tragic at breakfast next morning that Marilla was alarmed and insisted on making her take a cup of scorching ginger tea. Anne sipped it patiently, although she could not imagine what good ginger tea would do. Had it been some magic brew, potent to confer age and experience, Anne would have swallowed a quart of it without flinching.",
   "source": {
    "title": "Anne of Avonlea",
    "author": "L. M. Montgomery",
    "year": 1909,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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  {
   "side": "human",
   "text": "Never, so it seemed to Anne, had there been so many squeaky pencils as there were that morning; and when Barbara Shaw came up to the desk with a sum she tripped over the coal scuttle with disastrous results. The coal rolled to every part of the room, her slate was broken into fragments, and when she picked herself up, her face, stained with coal dust, sent the boys into roars of laughter.",
   "source": {
    "title": "Anne of Avonlea",
    "author": "L. M. Montgomery",
    "year": 1909,
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    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "Anne scurried down to the pantry, which, always dim from the big willow growing close to the window, was now almost dark by reason of the shade drawn to exclude flies. Anne caught the bottle containing the lotion from the shelf and copiously anointed her nose therewith by means of a little sponge sacred to the purpose. This important duty done, she returned to her work. Any one who has ever shifted feathers from one tick to another will not need to be told that when Anne finished she was a sight to behold. Her dress was white with down and fluff, and her front hair, escaping from under the…",
   "source": {
    "title": "Anne of Avonlea",
    "author": "L. M. Montgomery",
    "year": 1909,
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "He stayed so for a minute or two, then drew a deep breath, and pressed it ever so slightly inward. The door did not budge. Tommy was annoyed. If he had to use too much force, it would almost certainly creak. He waited until the voices rose a little, then he tried again. Still nothing happened. He increased the pressure. Had the beastly thing stuck? Finally, in desperation, he pushed with all his might. But the door remained firm, and at last the truth dawned upon him. It was locked or bolted on the inside.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Secret Adversary",
    "author": "Agatha Christie",
    "year": 1922,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1155",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "The sound of the key turning in the lock awoke him from his slumbers. Not belonging to the type of hero who is famous for awaking in full possession of his faculties, Tommy merely blinked at the ceiling and wondered vaguely where he was. Then he remembered, and looked at his watch. It was eight o’clock.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Secret Adversary",
    "author": "Agatha Christie",
    "year": 1922,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1155",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "A man’s voice beside her made her start and turn. She had noticed the speaker more than once amongst the first-class passengers. There had been a hint of mystery about him which had appealed to her imagination. He spoke to no one. If anyone spoke to him he was quick to rebuff the overture. Also he had a nervous way of looking over his shoulder with a swift, suspicious glance.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Secret Adversary",
    "author": "Agatha Christie",
    "year": 1922,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1155",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
   }
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "If you have not had any report within the last few days it is because up to today there was nothing of importance to relate. Then a very surprising circumstance occurred, which I shall tell you in due course. But, first of all, I must keep you in touch with some of the other factors in the situation.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Hound of the Baskervilles",
    "author": "Arthur Conan Doyle",
    "year": 1902,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2852",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "But I resisted all his solicitations and succeeded in dissuading him from his announced intention of walking home with me. I kept the road as long as his eye was on me, and then I struck off across the moor and made for the stony hill over which the boy had disappeared. Everything was working in my favour, and I swore that it should not be through lack of energy or perseverance that I should miss the chance which fortune had thrown in my way.",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Hound of the Baskervilles",
    "author": "Arthur Conan Doyle",
    "year": 1902,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2852",
    "licence": "public domain (Project Gutenberg)"
   }
  },
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   "side": "human",
   "text": "He had never said as much before, and I must admit that his words gave me keen pleasure, for I had often been piqued by his indifference to my admiration and to the attempts which I had made to give publicity to his methods. I was proud, too, to think that I had so far mastered his system as to apply it in a way which earned his approval. He now took the stick from my hands and examined it for a few minutes with his naked eyes. Then with an expression of interest he laid down his cigarette, and carrying the cane to the window, he looked over it…",
   "source": {
    "title": "The Hound of the Baskervilles",
    "author": "Arthur Conan Doyle",
    "year": 1902,
    "url": "https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2852",
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   "text": "When it comes to learning a new language, there is no single approach that works for everyone. Some learners prefer structured courses, while others find that conversation is more effective. It is worth noting that consistency matters more than intensity: thirty minutes a day will generally produce better results than a single long session each week. Ultimately, the best method is the one you can sustain. With patience and regular practice, progress will follow.",
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   "text": "Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, and for good reason. Beyond its pleasant flavour, it offers a number of potential benefits, including improved alertness, enhanced concentration, and a modest boost to mood. However, moderation is key. Experts generally recommend limiting intake to around three to four cups per day. As with most things, the healthiest approach is a balanced one.",
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   "text": "Remote work has transformed the way many teams operate. On the one hand, it offers flexibility and removes the daily commute. On the other hand, it can blur the boundary between professional and personal life. The most successful teams tend to be those that establish clear expectations early. Regular check-ins, documented decisions, and a shared understanding of working hours all contribute to a healthy remote culture.",
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   "text": "Growing tomatoes at home can be a rewarding experience, even for beginners. The first step is choosing a variety suited to your climate. It is also important to ensure that the plants receive at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. Watering should be consistent but not excessive, as overwatering is one of the most common mistakes. With a little care and attention, you can expect a healthy harvest in late summer.",
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   "text": "Losing a phone is a stressful experience, but there are several steps you can take to limit the damage. First, try calling your number from another device. Second, use a find-my-device service to locate it or lock it remotely. Third, change the passwords on any accounts that were signed in. Taking these steps quickly can make a significant difference. In most cases, acting within the first hour is the most important factor.",
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   "text": "A washing machine that has stopped draining is a common household problem, and it is often easier to fix than it appears. The most likely cause is a blocked filter, which can usually be accessed from the front panel. Before beginning any work, ensure that the appliance is disconnected from the power supply. If cleaning the filter does not resolve the issue, the drain pump may need to be inspected. In either case, consulting the manual is advisable.",
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   "text": "Good relationships with neighbours are worth investing in. Small gestures — a greeting, a willingness to keep shared areas tidy, a note before any noisy work — tend to prevent most disputes before they begin. Where disagreements do arise, addressing them early and politely is almost always more effective than waiting. Communities function best when people assume good faith. A little consideration goes a long way.",
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   "text": "There is something distinctive about long train journeys. Unlike flying, which compresses distance into an anxious blur, rail travel preserves the sense of moving through a landscape. Passengers have the opportunity to watch the countryside change gradually, and many find this unhurried pace restful. Of course, trains are not always punctual, and delays can be frustrating. Nevertheless, for many travellers the trade-off is worth it.",
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   "text": "I have never once managed to keep a basil plant alive and I have stopped pretending otherwise. Every spring I buy one from the same stall, put it on the same windowsill, and by the third week it has turned into something that looks like it has been lightly scorched. The man at the stall told me to water it from below. I did that. It died faster.",
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   "text": "The first day at that job I got the building wrong and spent twenty minutes in the lobby of a company that did something with freight insurance, nodding at people and hoping someone would say my name. Eventually a woman took pity on me and pointed across the street. I have never trusted a glass front since.",
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   "text": "My grandmother used to cut the crusts off and then deny having done it, which is the sort of lie that only works on a child who is not paying attention. I was paying attention. I just never said anything, because the sandwich was better that way and I was not about to argue myself back into crusts.",
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   "side": "model",
   "text": "Something is wrong with the tap in the back bathroom. It makes a sound like a small animal being disappointed, mostly at night, mostly when the house is otherwise quiet. I have tightened things. I have read about valves. I have accepted that this is now a sound my house makes, and I have built a kind of peace around it.",
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   "text": "I went swimming this morning and the water was colder than I had convinced myself it would be, which is the story of every swim I have ever had. There is a moment, just past the point of comfort, where the body decides the whole thing was a mistake and briefly negotiates. Then it stops negotiating and you are just swimming, and for about forty metres it is genuinely worth it.",
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   "side": "model",
   "text": "We lost the pictures from that trip. Not the whole camera — just that week, somehow, somewhere between the second town and the coast. I keep expecting to be more upset about it than I am. What I actually remember is the heat and the argument about the map, and those were never in the pictures anyway.",
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   "text": "There is a man at the market who sells me eggs and always gives me one extra, and for two years I assumed this was kindness. Last week I finally asked. He said it is because the box is a dozen and sometimes one cracks, and he would rather give me a good one than throw it out. Slightly less romantic. I like knowing it anyway.",
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