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The koto is a traditional Japanese instrument made of 13 silk strings over a paulownia wood body, producing gentle tones.

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TRUE

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Foster grandparents for children in the hospital yield mutual benefits for both parties.

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TRUE

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Rice is a major grain crop grown mainly for human consumption, with genetic advances leading to high-yield, disease-resistant varieties. It supports half the diet of 1.6 billion people and a significant portion for another 400 million, preventing potential food crises.

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FALSE

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Dust from China's deserts contributes to Hawaii's soil composition.

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FALSE

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The Aztecs of Mexico were likely the first to domesticate turkeys. After Hernan Cortes conquered Mexico in 1521, he took turkeys to Spain, where they became popular. Domestic turkeys returned to the Americas with the Pilgrims from England.

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FALSE