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]: The boss did not give Cynthia an award, but gave one to Betty, therefore _ was sad. (A) Cynthia (B) Betty
[A]: A


[Q]: You could smell Adam but not Joseph because _ put on extra deodorant before leaving the house. (A) Adam (B) Joseph
[A]: B


[Q]: Of all the types of wood Julian preferred oak the most and disliked maple because the _ was more useful. (A) oak (B) maple
[A]:
A