Problem: How does the sentence end?

Maryann was thinking of replacing her vanilla essential oil with lavender, because the 
Answer: vanilla was old.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Amy but not Christine was excited to plan the anniversary party because 
Answer: Christine had forgotten their anniversary.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

James could not afford to buy a cam because he has no more money in his wallet for the price on it. The 
Answer: price is high.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Julia bought a new house, and the house had a lot of storage for her collection of license plates. However, the 
Answer:
collection was still too large.