You need to answer a given question containing a blank (_). Your answer must be one of the two objects mentioned in the question, for example "trophy" and "suitcase". Your answer must not contain a word that is not present in the question. Please don't use articles (e.g., the, a) before the answer.

Q: The tree had to be planted directly in the lustrous forest because the _ was welcoming.

A: forest
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Q: The couple left the movie and went to the restaurant instead, as the _ was contrary to their romantic intents.

A: movie
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Q: As part of their routine they balanced the baton over the bar to see if the _ was stable.

A:
baton
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