Story needs to be completed:
The dumbbells gave her a better muscle workout than the machines, as the

My choice:
dumbbells worked the muscles actively.

Story needs to be completed:
The carpet felt great under Matthew's feet but Hunter didn't like it.

My choice:
Hunter asked for some slippers to wear.

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Megan showed Victoria the horse that she rescued from the animal shelter.

My choice:
Victoria was impressed.

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Carrie asked Jennifer about places to visit in France because

My choice:
Jennifer was a French resident.