Problem: How does the sentence end?

Brian had a more close knit family than Adam who was from a broken home, so 
Answer: Brian seemed friendlier.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Patricia seemed to be always way ahead of Kayla., as 
Answer: Patricia walked with a quick runner's walk.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Carrie was very good at preparing a meal but Rebecca wasn't. 
Answer: Rebecca threw lousy dinner parties.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

She did not have room for the sombrero in her suitcase because the 
Answer:
sombrero was too large.