Problem: Continue the following story.

While the avalanche was out of control, the earthquake had subsided.  The 
OPTIONS:
- avalanche had ceased to be dangerous.
- earthquake had ceased to be dangerous.
Here's how I want to continue it: earthquake had ceased to be dangerous.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Dave tried to hide the flask under the chair but everyone could still clearly see it. The 
OPTIONS:
- flask was just too unsubstantial.
- chair was just too unsubstantial.
Here's how I want to continue it: chair was just too unsubstantial.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Although Randy is a lower rank than Joseph, 
OPTIONS:
- Randy does a worse job at work.
- Joseph does a worse job at work.
Here's how I want to continue it:
Joseph does a worse job at work.