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".

[EX Q]: The fire spread quickly before people rushed over with water, but the _ was too strong. (A) fire (B) water
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: The speakers were speaking to Patricia's heart and not Rachel's due to _ being attentive. (A) Patricia (B) Rachel
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: Rachel would suffer from cramps every month on their period but Sarah wouldn't. _ had to go to the store to buy some Midol. (A) Rachel (B) Sarah
[EX A]:
A