GEP 10 Quiz - Unit 9A and 9B

1. I went to the Tourist Information office ________ ask for a map.

• A. for
• B. to
• C. in order

2. The company are expanding ________ increase their market share.

• A. for
• B. so that
• C. in order to

3. ________ it being pretty cold, we decided to have a picnic on the beach!

• A. In spite of
• B. Although
• C. Even though

4. The company is opening overseas offices ________ they can access the global market.

• A. for
• B. so that
• C. in order

5. I booked the tickets online ________ I could get a cheaper price.

• A. so as
• B. so that
• C. for

6. ________ the mosquitoes, we had a good night’s sleep.

• A. Although
• B. In spite of
• C. Even though

7. ________ we went in Sweden, everyone spoke really good English!

• A. Wherever
• B. Whatever
• C. Whoever

8. ________ that I’m not keen on ice-skating, I quite enjoyed myself.

• A. Despite the fact
• B. Although
• C. Even though

9. I like reading books on philosophy, ________ I sometimes find them difficult.

• A. in spite of
• B. though
• C despite

10. Gary came into college at nine o’clock ________ a meeting with his tutor.

• A. for
• B. so as to
• C. to