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".
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Question: Elena was more likely to get defensive during conversation than Amy, because _ had a sensitive nature. (A) Elena (B) Amy

Answer: A


Question: Patricia was a worse detective than Erin, and this showed when _ caught more criminals. (A) Patricia (B) Erin

Answer: B


Question: The gardener decided to use the rake to chop the root instead of the shovel. The _ was sharper and more efficient. (A) shovel (B) rake

Answer:
B