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".

Q: She disdained the mountains but appreciated the beauty of the canyons, as the _ were so repulsive to her. (A) mountains (B) canyons

A: A
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Q: Natalie hated cats while Lauradidn't so _ got upset when the other brought one home. (A) Natalie (B) Laura

A: A
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Q: Mary converted to Christianity and asked Erin about how to pray as a Christian because _ was previously an Atheist. (A) Mary (B) Erin

A:
A
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