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 more natural for Christopher to go hunting than Joseph because _ had grown up in the country. (A) Christopher (B) Joseph
A

Leslie was able to jump to the top of the wall while leaving Brian behind because _ is tall. (A) Leslie (B) Brian
A

Victoria uses more oil when frying chicken than Maria because _ cares too much about cholesterol. (A) Victoria (B) Maria

B