Story needs to be completed:
It was easier for Lawrence to pretend to be a cowboy than Steven because

My choice:
Steven did not have a good imagination.

Story needs to be completed:
Pets are something Michael hates, while Neil is the opposite, so

My choice:
Michael is a people person.

Story needs to be completed:
The acid bleached away the red dye on the cloth because the

My choice:
acid is strong.

Story needs to be completed:
Maria ended up getting acid reflux after the meal, unlike Laura, because

My choice:
Laura had ordered a bland dish.