Problem: Continue the following story.

The car always loses the race to the truck.  The 
Here's how I want to continue it: truck always finishes first in the race.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Neil taught Nelson how to recycle plastic properly because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Neil was conscious of the environment.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Maria asked Tanya if a tooth infection was very painful because 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Tanya had a toothache before.