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".

Rachel played in the swimming pool while Jessica jumped in the muddy puddle. _ was still clean when they returned home. (A) Rachel (B) Jessica
A

Justin is less social than Eric, and as a result _ has more friends to turn to. (A) Justin (B) Eric
B

The woman used a gentle technique when painting the urn but applied more pressure when painting the vase, because the _ was more fragile. (A) Urn (B) Vase
A