Problem: Continue the following story.

Rebecca asked Felicia to make the fruit salad today for the party, since she was off. 
Here's how I want to continue it: Felicia was off work today.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Elena was skinnier than Lindsey because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Lindsey didn't like to eat a lot of cabbage and vegetables.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Amy asked Christine to take care of her children for the day, because 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Amy was busy with work.