instruction:
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.
question:
The planted tree cannot form the shade for the fence yet because the _ is shorter.
answer:
tree


question:
The jet lacked global reach but the helicopter could go anywhere, as the _ had tremendous range.
answer:
helicopter


question:
Shooting with the handgun was easier for Mark than the rifle due to the _ having more kickback.
answer:

rifle