Article: In 1762, towards the end of the war, French forces attacked St. John's, Newfoundland. If successful, the expedition would have strengthened France's hand at the negotiating table. Although they took St. John's and raided nearby settlements, the French forces were eventually defeated by British troops at the Battle of Signal Hill. This was the final battle of the war in North America, and it forced the French to surrender to Lieutenant Colonel William Amherst. The victorious British now controlled all of eastern North America.

Question: Did the French take St. John's?
Ans: they took St. John's


Article: The International Energy Agency has said that solar energy can make considerable contributions to solving some of the most urgent problems the world now faces:

Question: Which organization believes that solar energy can solve some of our most pressing issues?
Ans: The International Energy Agency


Article: Since 2004, through the V&A + RIBA Architecture Partnership, the RIBA and V&A have worked together to promote the understanding and enjoyment of architecture.

Question: What is the name of the joint venture involving the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Institute of British Architects?
Ans: the V&A + RIBA Architecture Partnership


Article: Many middle and small powers in Europe, unlike in the previous wars, tried to steer clear away from the escalating conflict, even though they had interests in the conflict or with the belligerents, like Denmark-Norway. The Dutch Republic, long-time British ally, kept its neutrality intact, fearing the odds against Britain and Prussia fighting the great powers of Europe, even tried to prevent Britain's domination in India. Naples, Sicily, and Savoy, although sided with Franco-Spanish party, declined to join the coalition under the fear of British power. The taxation needed for war caused the Russian people considerable hardship, being added to the taxation of salt and alcohol begun by Empress Elizabeth in 1759 to complete her addition to the Winter Palace. Like Sweden, Russia concluded a separate peace with Prussia.

Question: Why did Naples remain neutral?
Ans:
Naples, Sicily, and Savoy, although sided with Franco-Spanish party, declined to join the coalition under the fear of British power