Serious flaw in the setup of the game. The girl was ahead going into the round where they get to build their boards. She chose the highest option possible for each choice (two reds and three yellows) and still needed her opponent to mess up to win. The player ahead should be in control on their own destiny.
No, they are not the same. Vegetarians do not eat meat, but they do eat dairy products. Vegans do not eat any food from animal sources, even honey is forbidden.