Problem: How does the sentence end?

Jessica could never live up to Tanya's strict standards, because
Answer: Jessica wasn't a good employee.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The graphic novel that Robert wrote sold fewer copies than Michael, so
Answer: Michael is the more advanced writer.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

His school was a lot less productive than my college because the
Answer: school was a very poor place.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

I like my bed sheet in dark colors rather than light colors as the
Answer:
dark colors shows less stains.