Problem: How does the sentence end?

The mayor replaced the stained carpet in the court lobby with new hardwood, the 
Answer: carpet was old.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The therapist replaced his chair in the waiting room with a purple yoga ball, the 
Answer: chair was old.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Elena aspired to grow up and be just like Angela was now, as 
Answer: Angela was no longer a kid .

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Since Aaron was motivated to study for the exam while Donald was lazy, 
Answer:
Donald received a lower score on the test.