C2010 11/11

Professionals can sometimes be extremely impatient, .......... their positions are at times rather stressful.

• so

• for

• but

• although

The doctor decided a second opinion was required, .......... Tom was sent to an eye specialist.

• so

• although

• because

• even though

............... the meeting began late, the CEO went directly to his presentation on last quarter's sales.

• in order that

• as a result

• as

• for

Albert left work early ........................... his appointment with his doctor.

• as a result

• due to

• because of

• now that

We had to cancel the trip ................... my daughter’s illness.

• due to

• in order that

• since

• because

Rewrite in one sentence:

She was sick yesterday. She didn't go to work. (because of)

Rewrite in one sentence:

It was raining heavily. We postponed the match. (due to)

Rewrite in one sentence:

She was working late the whole week. She was very tired.  (as a result)

Which connector is used to indicate cause and effect?

• So

• Because

• While

• If

Condition: You won’t get the job ________ you submit your application on time.