Problem: The washer gave me less trouble than the drier because the 
OPTIONS:
- drier was much newer.
- washer was much newer.

My choice: washer was much newer.


Problem: At the bar, Spanish is mostly spoken, while at the restaurant, people mostly speak English. That's because the 
OPTIONS:
- bar owner is American.
- restaurant owner is American.

My choice: restaurant owner is American.


Problem: Lawrence was afraid of going to jail to see Michael. 
OPTIONS:
- Lawrence was a violent person with an extensive criminal record.
- Michael was a violent person with an extensive criminal record.

My choice: Michael was a violent person with an extensive criminal record.


Problem: Laura is very talkative at parties when being compared to Rebecca, even though 
OPTIONS:
- Laura is more energetic.
- Rebecca is more energetic.

My choice:
Rebecca is more energetic.