Problem: How does the sentence end?

Adam had to clean their soccer cleats but Nick did not because 
Answer: Nick did not play a game that day.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

It was hard work balancing the coffee pot on the campfire but the 
Answer: campfire was essential for staying warm.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

When she went to the party, Louise had both  wine and crackers, because the 
Answer: wine made her hungry.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Lindsey's stash of gold is a lot bigger than Victoria's because 
Answer:
Victoria happens to be a poor man.