Problem: How does the sentence end?

Patricia asked Betty if she had lowered the shades before leaving the house because 
Answer: Patricia wanted to know.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

James was not able to learn the topic within the time give to him. The 
Answer: time is too short.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Patricia loved the feel of old jeans, but Jessica hated them. 
Answer: Jessica hated the worn out fabric.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Kenneth went to hike in the vast Canadian wilderness without Robert because 
Answer:
Robert doesn't like outdoors.