2. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer Ambiguous Query - A query with more than one meaning Q: What is sunflower? Sunflower may refer to: - an annual plant - a series of still life paintings - Beach Boys' twenty-first official album - a 2006 Chinese film (This is used only if the word has different definitions) Q: What is kaleidoscope? Kaleidoscope may refer to: - an optical toy in a tube that produces symmetrical patterns as bits of colored glass reflected by mirrors - the first single by Japanese ex-Schwarz Stein - a 1966 British crime film (OR you may give the most common definition of the word.) Kaleidoscope is an optical toy in a tube that produces symmetrical patterns as bits of colored glass reflected by mirrors.
3. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer Unclear Query - A query that has no referents like location, date, pronoun, antecedent, etc. Q: What is it? A: What Is It?, a comic film directed by Crispin Glover, tells the struggles of a young man facing villains and demons on multiple planes. Q: What is my average cholesterol level? A: A person's normal level of cholesterol should be under 200 mg/dl, borderline high is 200 to 239 mg/dl, and high is 240 mg/dl or higher. OR Measures of Cholesterol Level: - normal: under 200 mg/dl - borderline high: 200 to 239 mg/dl - high: 240 mg/dl
4. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer Broad Query - A query that covers a variety of subtopics. Q: Give me a song. A: There are different types of songs such as ballad, rock, religious, pop, etc. But one of the greatest songs of all time is Like A Rolling Stone by Bob Dylan. (give an answer that has a significance) Q: Give me a tabletop game. A: There are different types of tabletop games such as board, card and dice. But one of the famous tabletop games is the Craps.
5. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer Clear Query Subcategories of Clear Query Verification - Is a fact true? - Did an event occur? Q: Did Michael Jackson ever have a concert in the Philippines? A: Yes, Michael Jackson had his History Tour Live In Manila in 1996. Q: Is the Bronx the only New York borough entirely on the U.S. mainland? A: Yes, the Bronx, one of the Five Boroughs of New York City, is the only borough situated primarily on the North American mainland.
6. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Comparison - How is X similar to Y? - How is X different from Y? Q: In what ways are butterflies similar to moths? A: Similarities of Butterflies and Moths: - belong to the Lepidoptera group of insects - have a three-part body - have two fore wings and two hind wings - are pollinators of crops and wild flora Q: Difference of Geriatric intensive-care unit from Intensive-care unit? A: The intensive care unit is a specialized department used for the critically ill, while the geriatric intensive care unit is a special type of intensive care unit for old people. Note: In comparing, use “unlike” only when comparing 2 objects using the comparative degree adjectives or adverbs of -er, more and less and the aspect being compared is identified in the first part of the answer. Q: Compare Friendster and Facebook in terms of popularity in the Philippines. A: Unlike Friendster which gained popularity in the Philippines in 2002 as a means of connecting with friends and relatives, Facebook, in 2009, is becoming more popular because of the interactive games avaialable in the site.
7. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Disjunctive - Is X or Y the case? - Is X, Y, or Z the case? Q: What’s the best wine to go with lobster, white, red or dry? A: Per www.winereviewonline.com, one of the best wines to have with steamed lobster is the white wine Chardonnay.
8. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Concept Completion - Who? What? When? Where? Q: Who is Plato? A: Plato: - a Classical Greek philosopher - founder of the Academy in Athens - writer of the Socratic dialogues Q: Who killed Princess Diana? A: Princess Diana, along with Dodi Al-Fayed, died in a car crash in Pont de l'Alma road tunnel in Paris, France. Q: Who is the national hero of this country? A: Detected location – Philippines: Filipino polymath and nationalist José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda or simply Jose Rizal is the national hero of the Philippines.
9. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query: Concept Completion Q: What is the weather in Paris? (data will depend on the site available) A: Weather in Paris, 12/25/09: - Temperature 4 deg C - Clear skies - Windchill 2 deg C - Humidity 61% - Wind 7 km/h WSW Q: What is the current time in Dubai? A: Current time in Dubai, Sunday, 11/15/09 - 3:17 PM Q: What is the equivalent of 1 Euro to Philippine Peso today? A: Currency conversion, 03/23/09: 1.00 EUR (Euro) = 65.6242 PHP (Philippine Peso) 1 PHP = 0.0152383 EUR A: Top 5 Densest Population in North America (2008): - Bermuda (1,226/sq km) - Barbados (647/sq km) - Puerto Rico (430/sq km) - Martinique (393/sq km) - Aruba (370/sq km) Q: Where are the large population densities in North America?
10. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query: Concept Completion Q: Where is Angeles Electric Corporation? A: The Angeles Electric Corporation is located at Nepo Mart Complex, Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines OR Angeles Electric Corporation: - Nepo Mart Complex, Angeles City, Pampanga - Tel. 888-2888;322-8311;322-6050 Q: Where can I find a French restaurant? A: Detected Location - Antwerp, Belgium Sir Anthony Van Dijck: - Oude Koornmarkt 16 (press enter to the next line but don't put space) 2000 Antwerp (for Belgium, separate the zip code from the street number) - Tel. 03.231.61.70 - Cuisine: French Note: when citing addresses of European establishments, formats should be: streetname + number + postal code + town/province + country (optional). Address formats vary; it depends on which country is it. This format is used when the question is asking for a particular establishment.
11. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query: Concept Completion Q: When was the Cry of Pugad Lawin? A: The Cry of Pugad Lawin that launched the armed struggle against Spain happened on August 23, 1896. Q: When was the first tampon used for menstruation? A: There's no specific date when the tampon was first used for menstruation; however, the ancient Egyptians invented the first disposable tampon made from softened papyrus.
12. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Definition - What does X mean? - What is the superordinate category and some properties of X? Q: What is a factorial design? A: A factorial design is an experimental design in which every level of one independent variable is combined with every level of every other independent variable.
13. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query: Definition Lexical Q: What is leaf miner? A: Leaf miner is a term used to describe the larvae of many different species of insect which live in and eat the leaf tissue of plants. Stipulative Q: What is fletcherizing? A: Fletcherizing means to chew food slowly and thoroughly. MiaMia thanks you. Precising Q: I n literature, juxtaposition means what? A: In literature, juxtaposition is the arrangement of two or more ideas, characters, actions, settings and phrases.
14. Theoretical Persuasive Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query: Definition Q: What is natural selection? A: Natural selection is the process where heritable traits that make it more likely for an organism to survive long enough to reproduce become more common over successive generations of a population. Q: What is price gouging? A: Price gouging is a p ejorative term for a seller pricing much higher than what is considered reasonable or fair.
15. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Example - What is an example of X? - What is a particular instance of the category? Q: What is one of Aristotle’s beliefs? A: Aristotle believed that a person of excellence is said to have virtue (aretê), and this, in its highest forms, is associated with the potential for happiness. Q: Give a Thai restaurant in Bruxelles. A: Thai Orchid Restaurant - Chaussée de Wavre 1629 1160 Bruxelles, Belgium - Tel. 02.673.70.98 Q: Give me a Chinese restaurant in my place. A: Detected Location – Metro Manila, Philippines Luk Foo Cantonese Kitchen: - Samson Rd., Caloocan City, Metro Manila, Philippines - Tel. (02) 365-4978 - Cuisine: Chinese
16. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Interpretation - How is a particular event interpreted or summarized? Q: Describe the economy during President Gloria Macapagal's term Arroyo from former President Joseph Ejercito Estrada. A: Per wikipedia.org, based on official figures, the economic growth in terms of gross domestic product during the Arroyo presidency in 2001 up to the first quarter of 2008 had an average of 5.0%, while Estrada's administration had 3.7% average. Q: Does the Internet affect globalization? A: Yes, the Internet technology is globally integrating and amalgamating the people of the world providing a common platform upon which countries from all corners of the Earth are able to communicate and share information.
17. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Feature Specification - What qualitative attributes does entity X have? - What is the value of a qualitative variable? Q: What are the features of actu24.be? A: www.actu24.be is a magazine-like site featuring Belgian news, sports, services, videos, blogs, and the like to French-speaking people of Belgium. OR Features of www.actu24.be (Belgian magazine online in French):news, sports, services, videos and blogs. Q: Describe the Burj Dubai. A: Burj Dubai: - tallest man-made structure: 2,684 ft - building with most floors: 160 - floor area: 3,595,100 sq ft Q: What chemical content of onion makes a person release tears? A: Syn-propanethial-S-oxide, a volatile gas that has lachrymator effects, is the chemical content of onion that irritates the eye and causes it to produce tears.
18. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Extensional Attributes - What X is the same as Y? Q: Aside from typhoon, what other phenomena can result to massive destruction of property? A: Some natural calamities that lead to massive destruction aside from typhoon are earthquake, flood, and tsunami. Note: If HKA has no idea of what the given example in the question is, use google sets to find for other terms in its classification.
19. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Intentional Attributes - What other Xs share the same application? Q: Aside from cellphone, what other ways can we communicate? A: Aside from cellphone, the other means of communication are through emails, telephones, postal delivery, and human messengers. Note: If HKA has no idea of what the given example in the question is, use google sets to find for other terms in its classification.
20. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Quantification - What is the value of a quantitative variable? - How much? - How many? Q: How many gold medals did Michael Phelps win in Beijing olympic 2008? A: Michael Fred Phelps, an American professional swimmer, won eight gold medals at Beijing Olympics in 2008. OR American professional swimmer Michael Phelps won eight gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
21. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Casual Antecedent - What caused some event to occur? - What state or event causally led to an event or state? Q: What causes kidney stones? A: Causes of Kidney Stones: - family history of kidney stones - a diet high in protein - inadequate fluid intake
22. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Casual Consequence - What are the consequences of an event or state? - What causally unfolds from an event or state? Q: What happens if I postpone having a baby until my 30s and 40s? A: Per living.health.com, a healthy 30-year-old woman has only about a 20% chance each month to get pregnant; by age 40, the chances drops to about 5%.
23. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Goal Orientation - What are the motives behind an agent’s actions? - What goals inspired an agent to perform an action? Q: Give some objectives of the Labor Code of the Philippines A: Some Objectives of the Philippine Labor Code: - to promote and maintain a state of full employment - to facilitate and regulate the movement of workers in conformity with national interest - to regulate the employment of aliens
24. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Enablement - What object or resource enables an agent to perform an action? Q: What device allows you to measure an earthquake? A: The 2 main devices used to measure earthquake are the seismograph and the seismoscope. OR 2 Earthquake Measuring Devices: - seismograph - seismoscope Q: What do I need in baking Bibingka Galapong A: Bibingka Galapong (Coconut Rice Cheesecake) Ingredients: - 2 cups uncooked rice - 2 cups water - 3 eggs - 1/2 cup sugar - 2 tsps melted butter - 1 cup thick coconut milk - 1 tsp baking powder - 1 sheet banana leaf - 8 oz cottage cheese
25. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Instrumental /Procedural - How does an agent accomplish a goal? - What instrument or body part is used when an agent performs an action? - What plan of action accomplishes an agent’s goal? Q: How does a person perform long division? A: Performing Long Division: - divide the left-most digit of the dividend by the divisor, where the first digit of the result becomes the quotient - calculate the remainder - carry forward the remainder when the process is repeated on the next digit of the dividend - the process is complete when all digits have been processed and no remainder is left (Note: For very long processes, you may add: For more info, log-on to www.abc.com)
26. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Expectational - Why did some expected event not occur? Q: Why wasn't Madoff put to jail? A: Madoff wasn't jailed after a federal judge's ruling that he remains under house arrest at his $47M apartment in Manhattan.
27. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Judgmental - The questioner wants the answerer to judge an idea or to give advice on what to do. Q: What is the social relevance of Jesus for ethics today? A: STB or if an opinion is found: Per www.abc.com , the relevance of Jesus in ethics is......
28. Taxonomy of Inquiries and How to Answer – Clear Query Hypothetical - The question is based on speculation or fantasy and asks for an opinion. Q: If the earth has three moons, will it be brighter at night? A: STB or if there are experiments on this, answer: Per www.abc.com , yes, the earth will be......
30. More Answer Formats Where to broken hearts go? Where Do Broken Hearts Go is the fourth single from Whitney Houston’s second album, Whitney. Name the 5 best cyclists of all time around the world. Per www.news.bbc.co.uk, the 5 best cyclists worldwide (last updated 2008): - Lance Armstrong - Eddy Merckx - Bernard Hinault - Miguel Indurain - Jacques Anquetil Give me a French restaurant in Makati, Philippines. Le Souffle: - 34/F Citibank Tower, Paseo de Roxas Makati City, Metro Manila - Tel. (02) 750-5810 to 11 - Cuisine: French
31. More Answer Formats Why do birds migrate? Reasons for Bird Migration: - availability of food - climate change - breeding purposes What is the term for rapid heartbeat? The term for rapid heartbeat is tachycardia, which exceeds the range of the normal resting heart rate based upon age. What are the causes of leukemia? Possible Causes of Leukemia: - radiation - viruses - chemicals OR The possible causes of leukemia are radiation, viruses or chemicals.
32. More Answer Formats What is Australia? Australia may refer to: - a nation occupying the whole of the Australian continent - a period epic film directed by Baz Luhrmann and starred Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman OR Australia, officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a nation occupying the whole of the Australian continent. Is there a difference between a concubine and a mistress? Yes, a concubine is a woman who has a matrimonial relationship with a man of higher social status , while a mistress is a man's long-term female sexual partner and companion who is not married to him. What is the center of the Sun? The core, considered to extend from the center to about 0.2 solar radius, is the central part of the Sun. OR Center of the Sun may refer to: - the core, which is the central part of the sun - a song by Conjure One released in September 2002
33. More Answer Formats Where did I get my colds? The most common causes of the common cold are viruses, such as rhinoviruses, coronaviruses, and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). OR Some Causes of Common Colds: - viruses - exercise - diet - enlarged tonsils or adenoids Who is Barney? Barney is a purple and green Tyrannosaurus Rex, who is the main character in Barney and Friends. OR Barney may refer to: - a purple and green Tyrannosaurus Rex in the TV show Barney and Friends - a Scottish Terrier often referred as the First Dog owned in succession by former U.S. President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush - a short-lived CBBC programme about a sheepdog
34. More Answer Formats What is the purpose of a deed of sale? A deed of sale serves as a legally binding document signed by the buyer and seller, whereby the buyer agrees to buy a property from the seller, who agrees to sell the property to the buyer for a proposed purchase price and conditions on which the sale will take place. Give me the specifications of E55. Specifications of a Nokia E55: - compact qwerty keyboard - quick connections with 3G, HSDPA/HSUPA and WLAN - online networking - 8 hours of talk time (GSM) and up to 31 days of standby time (GSM) - active noise reduction OR Specifications of 2006 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG: - 5.5-liter V8 rated at 469 horsepower - 516 pound-feet of torque - electronic braking system - quality leather and 10-way power-adjustable sport seats
35. More Answer Formats What is the deepest subway in the world? The Pyongyang Metro in North Korea is considered the deepest subway in the world with a track of approximately 110 meters (about 360 feet) deep underground. How does a computer monitor produce colored image? The cathode ray tube (CRT), the picture tube of a monitor, has an electron gun that shoots electrons down the tube and onto a charged screen which is coated with a pattern of phosphor dots that glow when struck by the electron stream, thereby producing different colors. What is showing at 10:30 pm today on ABS-CBN? The ABS-CBN show to be aired at 10:30 pm today, March 24, 2009 is Bandila, hosted by Korina Sanchez.
36. More Answer Formats How many people are living in Italy? The population of Italy is 59,905,225 (August 2008 estimate). Are siopao fillings cat meat? Per en.wikipedia.org, siopao are usually filled with pork or chicken meat, vegetables or sweet filling (like red bean paste, sesame paste, custard, etc). Note: Since this question falls under the judgmental type, it will be safe to give a common description, but cite the source. No need for Yes/No in the answer. What was the first song performed by the Eraserheads during their Final Set Concert last March? The first song performed by the Eraserheads during The Final Set concert on March 7, 2009 is Magasin. Note: This is a factual information so it is important to state the complete date and there’s no need to expire the answer.
37. More Answer Formats What is the difference between a fact and an opinion? A fact is a concept whose truth can be proven, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty. Note: When comparing, always observe parallelism in the information given out. NOT: A fact is a concept whose truth can be proven, while an opinion is a legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision. Where can I find crop circles in Texas? Per www.experiencefestival.com, the crop circle sighting in Texas was a hoax, admittedly done by Matt Ridley as published in the journal Scientific American (Aug. 2002). What is the First RTS game ever? Precursors to the Modern Real Time Strategy (RTS) Games: - Cytron Masters by Ozark Softscape (1982) - Utopia by Don Daglow (1982) - Stonkers by John Gibson in the UK (1983) - The Ancient Art of War by Dave and Barry Murry in the US (1984) Note: Use this format if there is no ONE definite answer, but a list of answers.
38. More Answer Formats Who are the main characters in the movie “Push?” Main Characters of Push (2009): - Nick Grant (Chris Evans) - Cassie Holmes (Dakota Fanning) Give me some books about Hitler. Some Books About Adolf Hitler: - Hitler: a Study in Tyranny by Bullock, A. (1958) - Adolf Hitler by Cross, C. (1973) - Rise of Adolf Hitler by Dufner, A. (2003) What image type cannot be uploaded on Friendster? Friendster accepts JPG, GIF and PNG picture formats at the moment. Other formats such as ART, BMP, CPT and PDN are not supported yet.
39. More Answer Formats Where did the band Incubus get their name? The band’s name Incubus was suggested by their guitarist Mike Einziger and was decided upon because the definition of the demon Incubus contained the word “sex.” Is abortion legal in Hong Kong? Yes, abortion is legal in Hong Kong for these reasons only: - danger if pregnancy continues or allowed for delivery - woman is under 16 years old - pregnancy is a result of rape Note: In this case, HKA follows the bullet format but has to answer Yes/No to stress the limitation of the action. Did Mongolian barbeque originate in Mongolia? No, Mongolian barbeque first appeared in Taiwan in the middle of the 20th century.
40. More Answer Formats What does the red circle in the Japanese flag symbolize? The red circle in the Japanese flag symbolizes the rising sun. Why do vampires suck blood? Vampires suck blood because they subsist by feeding on the blood of the living. Standard hotels in Angeles City, Pampanga. Standard Hotels in Angeles City, Pampanga: - Apartelle Royal Hotel - Blue Nile Executive Hotel - Central Park Hotel - Clarkton Hotel - Sunset Garden Hotel
41. More Answer Formats If my birthday is May 15, what is my horoscope for today? Horoscope of Taurus (April20-May 20) today, 03/24/09: You and your friends have more in common than you realize and today should bring you all together in some new way. It’s the perfect time to work together toward some large common goal. What is the Pentateuch? The Pentateuch (Torah or Five Books of Moses) refers to the entirety of Judaism's founding legal and ethical religious texts. Kangaroos belong to what family? Kangaroos are marsupials from the family Macropodidae (macropods, meaning ‘large foot’). Recipe of Leche Flan. Leche Flan recipe: - mix thoroughly egg yolk, condensed and evaporated milk, sugar and vanilla - pour mixture in llanera and cover with aluminum foil - steam cook for 40-45 minutes - remove and let cool at room temperature - refrigerate
42. More Answer Formats Give me an African restaurant in Comines-Warneton, Hainaut, Belgium. When an exact answer is not found, but an alternative is given, don't use "MiaMia is unable to find..." Where can I buy biological wines in Brussels? - STB -> No available information about your query at the moment. MiaMia thanks you. - or Template - No available information about your query at the moment; the... (alternative answer) - SAY: No available information on a Biological wine store in Brussels at the moment; the nearest is Tsampa Restaurant in Livronostraat, Elsene, Belgium, Tel. 02 647 03 67 No available information on an African restaurant in Comines-Warneton, Hainaut at the moment; the nearest is Restaurant Cas'Africa in Passage Saint-Paul 7, 7700 Mouscron, Belgium, Tel. 0477 65 74 14, about 36 minutes by car.
43. Chord Answer Formats “ Dare You To Move” Chords by Switchfoot : – Verse 1: E – Pre-Chorus: E G B – Chorus: E B A B – Verse 2: B C#m B C#m C#m B (2X) F#m F#m F#m G# A – Bridge: E A E A E A F#m The above answer formats are for queries on song chords. These will be the suggested answer formats that you and your agents will use. Take note that m's in lower case denote for minor chords (e.g. Cm, G#m, etc.), while Ms in upper case denote for Major chords (e.g. CM7, AM7, etc); they are not the same. Tip: just copy what is written. To search for song chords, just type the song, then the artist/band, then the key word CHORDS. For example: Basket Case +Greenday +chords (take note of the inclusion operators). You will be given lots of websites that display information that you need. Tip: look for websites that display songs that are well outlined so that you can easily figure out which are choruses, which are verses, etc. Look for guitar chords, not tabs, notes, or the like. “ Salvation Is Here” Chords by Hillsong : – Verse 1: B G#m F#sus4 E (3x) G#m9 E – Inst before V. 2: B E F# G#m B E F# G#m – Verse 2: same as V. 1 – Chorus 1: B E F# G#m B E C#m E B – Bridge: C#m G#m B E (4x) C#m B E F# G#m B E F# G#m – Chorus 2: same as Cho. 1 – Inst before Ending: B E C#m G#m B E – Ending: E B E F# G#m B E F# G#m B “ Basket Case” Chords by Greenday : – Verses: E B C#m G#m A E B – Chorus: A B E (2x), A B E C#m B A B – Inst: E B C#m B (2x) – Outro: E B C#m G#m A E B (2x)
44. Chord Answer Formats Suggestion: Ask you agents if they know how to play musical instruments, especially guitar and piano — these instruments are played via chords. If you have, then let them answer these type of query (or let them help agents who receive questions like these). However, if you don't have agents who know how to play musical instruments, let them master this format and let them find time to be familiarized with guitar/piano chords. Some websites that offer song chords on Google: – www.all-guitar- chords .com – www.ultimate-guitar.com – www.az chords .com – www.e- chords .com Sample Queries for these formats: 1. Can you give me the guitar chords of “Dare You To Move” by Switchfoot? 2. Chords of Greenday's Basket Case 3. Dare you to move chords by Switchfoot. For ambiguous questions or questions that have multiple answers because the artist/bandname is not stated, you/agent will be the one to decide what you should send as your answer. However, before doing that, there are things that must be realized first: 1) If an asker asks for an ambiguous question (e.g. chords of “nobody”?), even without stating the artist (wonder girls), you should realize that the question obviously refers to the song performed by Wonder Girls, since it is currently one of the most popular songs aired on radios and televisions. Why? The asker assumes that the agents are also updated on new songs. 2) If an asker sends an ambiguous question, but the song asked is already a classic, search for its signficance. The more popular an artist is, the more fans that artist would have ---including HKAs. 3) Before anything else, search first the song. For example, the song “The Day You Said Goodnight” is still a unique song. So, if the question is: “The Day You Said Goodnight chords,” you will know it is not an ambiguous query because you know it's a song. How? The asker asks its chords ---it's not a poem, a phrase, etc. 4) Common sense.
