Conjunctions

I am planning to take my exam a year earlier than I have to ____ I have to take it again.

• even though

• just in case

• provided that

• what with

I'd like to spend a year abroad after school ____ or not I get a place at medical school.

• although

• whereas

• whether

• no matter

I often argue with my sister ____ we have a lot in common.

• even if

• even though

• unless

• however

I probably won't continue with my hobbies at university ____ I'll have too much work.

• as if

• in case

• if

• as

It's been a very busy summer ___ moving house and organising a family party.

• seeing as

• bearing in mind

• what with

• given that

I was happy at my primary school even though ...

• I had few friends.

• the teachers were kind.

I'd like to spend a year in France whether or not ...

• I study French at university.

• I spend it in Sapin instead.

Running is my favourite way to relax unless ...

• I can listen to music while I run.

• the weather is very bad.

I usually choose the vegetarian option when I eat out provided that ...

• I occassionally allow myself to eat bacon.

• it is not too spicy.

I think of myself as a confident person, whereas ...

• most of my friends are quite shy.

• I'm happy to chat with people I've only just met.