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".

When Betty gave a speech, Christine laughed and heckled. The teacher gave _ a prize. (A) Betty (B) Christine
A

Wanting to catch up on current events, the man chose to read the magazine instead of the newspaper, because the _ was recent. (A) magazine (B) newspaper
A

Adam adopted the cat instead of the dog because the _ would prevent allergic reactions. (A) dog (B) cat

B