Problem: How does the sentence end?

Laura emptied the rest of the chips from the bag and into her bowl. The
Answer: bag is now empty.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Joel was not able to diagnose the condition but Joseph recognized it right away, as
Answer: Joseph was perceptive to the signs.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The strong breeze blew the chair over but the table remained upright, because the
Answer: table was secured.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Betty taught Maria how to prune her day lilies because
Answer:
Betty was and expert gardener.