Definition: In this task, you're given a statement, and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence clearly disagrees with the statement. Indicate your answer as '1', '2', or '3' corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.
Input: Statement: The glory of this lively and cosmopolitan city lasted until 1801, when the Act of Union brought Ireland under direct rule from London. Choices:  1. The Act of Union made it impossible for London to rule directly over Ireland. 2. The city remained lively until 1801. 3. The changes brought about by the Act of Union ended up ravishing the economy.

1