Problem: How does the sentence end?

The ski resort had new rules, so we had to use skis instead of snowboards as the 
Answer: skis were safer.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Kevin presented the golden certificate of excellence to Christopher after 
Answer: Kevin recognized all their achievements.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Marianne decided to wear the long wig instead of the short wig since the 
Answer: short wig seemed matronly.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Maria ended up getting acid reflux after the meal, unlike Laura, because 
Answer:
Laura had ordered a bland dish.