Exercise 1: Choose the correct option to complete clauses of contrast, purpose, reason, and result.
Select the correct conjunction or linking phrase to complete each sentence. Pay attention to whether the clause shows contrast, purpose, reason, or result.
1
The price of oil has gone down the increase in production.
2
a lot has been done, we need to continue working hard.
3
You need to find a more user-friendly name people can access it more quickly.
4
the weather conditions, the fire could not be contained.
5
When you argue with your partner you may say things that you don't really want to say. , you should choose your words carefully before you speak.
6
I'm going to say only a few words take too much of your time.
7
They didn't find any evidence of illegal activity and , the investigation regarding these companies was terminated.
8
I recorded the match we want to watch it again.
9
Nobody is perfect; , nobody's decisions are perfect either.
10
you are not listening to me, I'll just stop talking.