Problem: James think they needed more sheet to be able to cover the table because the

My choice: sheet is small.

Problem: Robert made the choice to buy Neil's house, so

My choice: Neil had a lot more money in the bank afterwards.

Problem: He was going to use his boat in the river but the

My choice: river was too shallow.

Problem: Laura tended to steal while Christine was lawful, so

My choice:
Laura was often in trouble with the law.