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.

The songs sounded inferior on the recording, compared to the live performance.  The _ was high in energy.
performance

The drifter pulled out his harmonica while riding the train and played a tune over the _ noise.
train

Tom placed his luggage on the cart. The _ made it easier for him to move quickly through the airport.

cart