Problem: How does the sentence end?

Derrick was much more successful in life than Brett was because
Answer: Derrick worked hard in school.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Kevin was less easily threatened by physical violence than Lawrence because
Answer: Lawrence was not large or muscular.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Neil continued to be at odds with Ian, who wanted to mend things, because
Answer: Ian was just more amenable.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Mary got stranded along the side of the road, and Christine helped them, so
Answer:
Christine was kind.