Problem: How does the sentence end?

The part of the graduation ceremony where diplomas were handed out felt long and the part where they threw the hats felt brief, because the 
Answer: diplomas were uninteresting.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Sarah used bug spray and Cynthia did not, so 
Answer: Sarah had zero insect bites when camping.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Amy gave an old skirt to Jennifer, because 
Answer: Amy 's hips were too big for the skirt.

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Joseph didn't want any pets, but Kenneth bought one anyway, which left 
Answer:
Joseph pretty irritated.