Problem: Emily asked Samantha if they could be friends because

My choice: Emily was new to the area and was very lonely.

Problem: Kenneth was an excellent swimmer but Brian did not know how, so

My choice: Brian stayed in the shallow water.

Problem: Tanya was on a vegan diet but not Carrie so

My choice: Tanya always refused to eat eggs.

Problem: John realized he could not stab through the belt with a knife because the

My choice:
knife is small.