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".

Derrick took a small loan from William, so _ made sure to pay them back on time. (A) Derrick (B) William
A

The maid preferred cleaning the hotel guest's kitchen over the bedroom, because the _ was pleasant. (A) kitchen (B) bedroom
A

The shy man preferred a hat over a scarf, as the _ was ineffective to cover his face. (A) hat (B) scarf
B