Problem: How does the sentence end?

The daily activities of Lawrence number fewer than the ones Matthew has to do, so 
Answer: Matthew is the busier person.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

It was easier for Linda to sort out the mess in the kitchen than in the bathroom because the 
Answer: kitchen was cleaner.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The bread could not soak up more of the soda. It seems the 
Answer: soda is too big for it.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Steven places higher values on cars while Adam does so with animals. 
Answer:
Steven spends much time driving cars.