Conjunctions

He got wet_______ he forgot his umbrella.

• because

• because of

• but

• and

He stops working _______ heavy rain.

• in spite of

• although

• despite

• because of

You can come here either on Monday__________ on Friday.

• or

• nor

• both

• and

The weather in Dalat is neither too hot in summer________ too cold in winter.

• or

• nor

• and

• but

John's family is very happy_______his being awarded a scholarship.

• because of

• yet

• despite

• but

The sky was gray and cloudy. ________, we went to the beach.

• Consequently

• Nevertheless

• Even though

• In spite of

I turned on the fan __________ the room was hot.

• due to

• despite

• though

• because

You must lend me the money for the trip. ________, I won’t be able to go.

• Nevertheless

• Consequently

• Otherwise

• Although

The road will remain safe ________ the flood washes out the bridge.

• as long as

• unless

• providing that

• since

The roles of men and women were not the same in ancient Greece. For example, men were both participants and spectators in the ancient Olympics. _______, women were forbidden to attend or participate.

• Nevertheless

• On the other hand

• Therefore

• Otherwise