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Question 1
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Select the appropriate conjunctions to complete the sentences.

The Vaal River is one of the major rivers in South Africa but the runoff is not constant which means that large dams have to be built ---- store water for use.

A
notwithstanding

B
regardless of

C
so as to

D
thanks to
Solution
Explanation:

Major rivers in South Africa: The sentence talks about the Vaal River being one of the major rivers in South Africa.

Runoff not constant: It states that the runoff is not constant in the river.

Dams have to be built: Due to the variability in runoff, large dams have to be built.

Store water for use: The purpose of building the large dams is to store water for use.

Conjunction 'so as to': The most appropriate conjunction to complete the sentence is "so as to," which indicates the purpose or reason for building the large dams to store water for use.
Question 2
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They like to keep their old houses rather than building the new ones ---- it is very hard and expensive to maintain them.

A
because

B
even though

C
on the contrary

D
on account of
Solution
Explanation:

Understanding the context: The statement talks about the preference for old houses over new ones, despite the difficulties in maintaining them.

Contrasting idea: The phrase "even though" introduces a contrasting idea, highlighting the fact that despite the challenges, people still prefer old houses.

Reasoning: The correct answer is option B, "even though," because it effectively conveys the contrast between keeping old houses and the difficulty and expense of maintaining them.
Question 3
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Due to ---- a lack of production ---- increasing housing prices, Liverpool is now ranked as one of the least affordable cities countrywide.

A
neither / nor

B
no sooner / than

C
scarcely / before

D
both / and
Solution
Explanation:

Due to both a lack of production and increasing housing prices: This phrase indicates that both factors contribute to the situation in Liverpool.

Using "neither / nor," "no sooner / than," or "scarcely / before" would not make sense in this context: These conjunctions do not convey the intended meaning of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct conjunction to use is "both / and" to show the combined impact of the lack of production and increasing housing prices on Liverpool's affordability ranking.
Question 4
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The inhabitants of our village claim that pedestrians have no choice but to risk their lives crossing the dangerous road as there is ---- a pedestrian bridge ---- a crosswalk.

A
not only / but also

B
both / and

C
neither / nor

D
no sooner / than
Solution
Explanation:

Claim: The sentence states that the inhabitants claim that pedestrians have no safe option when crossing the dangerous road.

Neither / Nor: This construction is used to present two negative options or elements that are both not present. In this case, the sentence implies that there is neither a pedestrian bridge nor a crosswalk available for pedestrians.

Choice: The lack of both options leaves pedestrians with no choice but to risk their lives when crossing the road.

Correct Answer: Option C, "neither / nor," is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence in a way that reflects the lack of safe options for pedestrians.
Question 5
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Mike has been told he will have to pay the fine ---- his high rank in the military.

A
even if

B
furthermore

C
on grounds that

D
despite
Solution
Explanation:

Context: Mike, who holds a high rank in the military, has been informed that he will have to pay a fine.

Objective: We need to choose the most suitable option to complete the sentence in a way that makes sense in the given context.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: even if - This phrase is used to introduce a hypothetical situation or condition, which is not suitable in this context as the situation is real, not hypothetical.

Option B: furthermore - This term is used to add information or to connect ideas. However, it does not fit the sentence as it does not provide a logical connection between paying a fine and holding a high rank in the military.

Option C: on grounds that - This phrase is used to introduce a reason or cause, but it does not convey the contrast needed in the sentence.

Option D: despite - This term is used to show contrast or unexpected outcomes. In this context, it fits perfectly as it highlights the contrast between Mike's high rank in the military and the requirement to pay a fine.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the correct answer is Option D: despite .

This choice effectively communicates the unexpected situation where Mike, despite his high rank in the military, will still have to pay a fine.
Question 6
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---- the Oscar Reward, the Cannes Film Festival is the biggest event which takes place in May in the South of France.

A
Except for

B
Such as

C
Lest

D
Unless
Solution
Explanation:

Except for: This phrase is used to introduce an exception to a statement. In this context, it is used to show that the Cannes Film Festival is the biggest event in May in the South of France, excluding other events like the Oscar Reward.
Question 7
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Some people believe vaccines overload our immune system, making it less able to react to other diseases ---- meningitis or AIDS, which are now threatening our health.

A
but for

B
lest

C
such as

D
whereas
Solution
Explanation:

Argument: Some people believe vaccines overload our immune system, making it less able to react to other diseases like meningitis or AIDS.

Counterpoint: The use of the phrase "such as" in the answer option suggests that the statement following it is an example of the diseases that the immune system may be less able to react to due to vaccine overload.

Relevance: The term "such as" is used to introduce examples that help clarify the previous statement, making it the most appropriate choice in this context.
Question 8
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---- vaccination has eliminated naturally occurring polio in North and South America, rare cases continue to occur in developing countries of Africa.

A
However

B
Although

C
As a result of

D
Hence
Solution
Explanation:

Although: This transition word indicates a contrast or contradiction between two ideas. In this case, it highlights the fact that while vaccination has successfully eliminated naturally occurring polio in North and South America, rare cases still occur in developing countries of Africa.

Using "Although" in this context helps to emphasize the ongoing challenges in eradicating polio completely worldwide, despite significant progress in certain regions.
Question 9
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Continued high-blood pressure is dangerous ---- it can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

A
however

B
so that

C
as

D
no matter although
Solution
The sentence indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, where high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. The appropriate conjunction in this context is "as,"which is used to show cause or reason.
A: however is used to contrast two ideas, but this doesn 't fit the cause-effect context.
B: so that is typically used to show purpose, which is not the case here.
D: no matter although is incorrect in this context; "no matter "and "although "are not used together in this way.
Therefore, the correct answer is C: as .
Question 10
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The economy in China is booming; ---- many foreign investors are planning to enter China 's market.

A
nonetheless

B
even if

C
so as to

D
that 's why
Solution
Reasoning:

The statement talks about the booming economy in China, which is a reason for many foreign investors to enter the market.

The phrase "that's why" is used to indicate a cause-and-effect relationship, making it the most suitable option to complete the sentence.

Detailed Explanation:

Nonetheless: This word is used to contrast or show a contradiction. In this context, it does not fit as it does not provide a reason for the foreign investors planning to enter China's market.

Even if: This phrase is used to introduce a hypothetical situation. It does not convey a cause-and-effect relationship between the booming economy and the investors' plans.

So as to: This phrase is used to show purpose or intention. It does not connect the booming economy in China with the plans of foreign investors.

That's why: This phrase is used to provide a reason or an explanation for something that has been stated. In this case, it links the booming economy in China to the plans of foreign investors, making it the correct choice to complete the sentence.

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notwithstanding

regardless of

so as to

thanks to

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Question 2

because

even though

on the contrary

on account of

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Question 3

neither / nor

no sooner / than

scarcely / before

both / and

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Question 4

not only / but also

both / and

neither / nor

no sooner / than

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Question 5

even if

furthermore

on grounds that

despite

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Question 6

Except for

Such as

Lest

Unless

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Question 7

but for

lest

such as

whereas

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Question 8

However

Although

As a result of

Hence

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Question 9

however

so that

as

no matter although

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Question 10

nonetheless

even if

so as to

that 's why

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