[Q]: How does the sentence end?

Steven wanted to play miniature golf, but Benjamin refused, so

[A]: Steven was denied their wishes.

[Q]: How does the sentence end?

Joseph was assisting the roofing project while Neil was leading so

[A]: Joseph did the physical labor.

[Q]: How does the sentence end?

Kenneth always remained pleasant and humble in life unlike Leslie,

[A]:
Kenneth kept a positive outlook.