Problem: Continue the following story.

Samuel could use paint to make a pretty picture but Benjamin could not. 
OPTIONS:
- Samuel got a bad grade in art class.
- Benjamin got a bad grade in art class.
Here's how I want to continue it: Benjamin got a bad grade in art class.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Justin got the worse deal in the agreement with Jason, so 
OPTIONS:
- Justin is the more astute negotiator.
- Jason is the more astute negotiator.
Here's how I want to continue it: Jason is the more astute negotiator.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Sarah wins employee of the month more often than Laura because 
OPTIONS:
- Sarah puts in shorter work hours.
- Laura puts in shorter work hours.
Here's how I want to continue it:
Laura puts in shorter work hours.