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".

[EX Q]: Natalie hated cats while Lauradidn't so _ got upset when the other brought one home. (A) Natalie (B) Laura
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: The artist finished her painting before the cook finished her tart because the _ was slow to complete. (A) tart (B) painting
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: She used the club for protection and left the mace at home, because the _ felt worse in her hand. (A) club (B) mace
[EX A]:
B