In this task, you are given a question containing a blank (_) and two options. You should pick the best option to answer the question. Please answer with "A" or "B".

It was hard work balancing the coffee pot on the campfire but the _ was essential for starting the day. (A) coffee pot (B) campfire
A

Maria cancelled plans to go to the park with Natalie because of a migraine, and _ was understanding about it. (A) Maria (B) Natalie
B

Donna needed to go to the nail salon in a taxi but the _ was closed. (A) salon (B) taxi

A