Problem: How does the sentence end?

Christine found it easier to make friends than Patricia, because 
Answer: Christine was always pleasant and courteous.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Although it wasn't legal, Shannara put a fresh battery in her phone herself because the 
Answer: battery was new.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Nelson was a big nerd but Robert was a big jock, so 
Answer: Robert hated to play Dungeons and Dragons.

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When it comes to growing plants, Elena is better than Cynthia because 
Answer:
Elena is a gardener.