Problem: How does the sentence end?

Burnt out, Felicia wants to go on a vacation with Tanya because
Answer: Felicia needs a break from work.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Ellie paid more for her skirt than she did for her dress because the
Answer: dress was a knock off brand.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Billy had to take the exam using only his crayon instead of his pencil because the
Answer: pencil was broken.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

When moving to America, Michael got his citizenship before Nick, even though
Answer:
Nick was better at civics.