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EXERCISES

ENGLISH C) Complete the sentences with the words and phrases given in the boxes below. therefore

because
as well as
as a result of

contrary to despite only then whereas

1. ____________ the educational system has undergone significant reforms, student performance is improving day by
day.
2. The river overflowed its banks and caused widespread flooding in the area ____________ the heavy rainfall.
3. Some of the players of the team got injured in the previous match; ____________, their performance during the match
was noticeably below their usual standard.
4. Every day, plastic is used in a variety of products, from carrying bags to water bottles, food and drink containers,
____________ medical tools.
5. In the Northern Hemisphere, summer lasts from June to August, ____________ in the Southern Hemisphere, those are
the coldest months of the year.
6. ____________ her exceptional talent and wealth of experience, the new employee frequently gets negative feedback
from her colleagues.
7. Sarah lacked confidence on stage until she received loud applause for her performance. ____________ did she believe
in her own talent.
8. ____________ popular belief, snakes are not always dangerous and can play important roles in populations of
ecosystems.

D) Rewrite the sentences using the given words or phrases in parentheses.

1. The economic conditions were unfavourable. The company managed to increase its income. (Despite)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
2. The weather was unpredictably bad. The outdoor concert went as planned, drawing the attention of music enthusiasts.
(regardless of)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
3. Marc hesitated to tell his mother that the meal was without salt. He did not want to offend her. (for fear of)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
4. The electric car has advanced technology. It beats traditional vehicles in terms of efficiency and environmental impact.
(owing to)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
5. Many people attended the event to experience the live music. The concert tickets were very expensive. (even though)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
6. Project-based learning has been used in classrooms with great success. It is in a position to overcome the deficiencies
of traditional education. (therefore)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
7. Some people enjoy three large meals a day. Others prefer more frequent and smaller meals to maintain their eating
habits. (whereas)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
8. Environmentalists support a productive environment. They use various strategies that include reforestation and habitat
restoration. (in order to)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________

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