Story needs to be completed:
The plant was growing and thriving thanks to Benjamin but not Donald because

My choice:
Donald had a black thumb.

Story needs to be completed:
The grip of the anvil cannot bend the iron bar because the

My choice:
grip is weak.

Story needs to be completed:
Samuel lived a more common life compared to Ian because

My choice:
Samuel was just a normal individual.

Story needs to be completed:
Jeffrey lived his life with no fears while Brian had fears, because

My choice:
Brian was always anxious and scared.