In this task, you are given a sentence. You must find the primary subject in the supplied sentence. The output must be a sub-sequence in the sentence.
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Question: The older and more worn the rope, the less elasticity it will possess and the weaker it will become.

Answer: the rope


Question: Next, a certain number of yarns are twisted together to form strands which, at the Admiralty Ropery, Chatham, are usually 150 fathoms in length when completed.

Answer: a certain number of yarns


Question: When a boat laden with men is to be towed, a special towing painter is usually provided.

Answer:
a boat laden with men


