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".

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

He thought making statues was more rewarding than paintings, because the _ were routine for him. (A) paintings (B) statues
A

After Katrina got back from a jog, Cynthia told her she was glowing. _ was motivated to keep going. (A) Katrina (B) Cynthia

A