instruction:
In this task you are given a short story and a question regarding that story. You must answer the question based on the events of the story. Try to use the same words in the story to answer each question. You should completely answer the question in a short answer. Do not include information that is unnecessary to answer the question.
question:
I had a rabbit named Thumper. She lived in the basement of our house. One day, I discovered that she had died in her cage. I was completely heartbroken. I never got anymore rabbits after this.
Why was I completely heartbroken?
answer:
Thumper had died in the cage.

question:
Gina was awake again. The long ride to Illinois caused her legs to cramp. She sat in the back seat miserable. They drove into a small town Gina recognized. Gina was excited since she knew they were almost there.
Why was Gina awake?
answer:
The long ride to Illinois caused her legs to cramp. so Gina was awake.

question:
Ivy wanted a pedicure. She soaked her toes in warm water. Then she smoothed on lotion. Lastly, she painted her toenails. Ivy loved the look of her pampered feet!
Why did Ivy love the look of her pampered feet?
answer:
Then she smoothed on lotion.so Ivy loved the look of her pampered feet.