Problem: Continue the following story.

The tape broke with the logs, but stayed firm with the rods, as the 
Here's how I want to continue it: rods were smooth.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Kevin is experiencing too much eye strain trying to read in Dennis's dim bedroom, so 
Here's how I want to continue it: Dennis  offers more light.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Rachel was better at asking and answering questions than Laura, so 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Laura lost the debate.