______ we stayed back late, we could not complete our project yesterday. A Unless B Until C Although D Because

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• Question 8:

  • Step 1: Analyze the relationship between the two clauses: "we stayed back late" and "we could not complete our project yesterday." The first clause describes an effort, and the second describes a failure despite that effort, indicating a contrast.
  • Step 2: Evaluate the options. "Although" is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with the main clause.
  • Step 3: "Although we stayed back late, we could not complete our project yesterday" correctly conveys the contrasting idea.
  • Answer: C

• Question 9:

  • Step 1: Identify the words being connected: "kind" and "generous." These are two similar, positive adjectives describing Grandpa.
  • Step 2: Choose the conjunction that connects two similar or additive ideas. "And" is used for this purpose.
  • Step 3: "Grandpa is a kind and generous old man" uses "and" to link the two descriptive adjectives.
  • Answer: C

• Question 10:

  • Step 1: Analyze the conditional statement: "______ you work very hard, you will not pass your exam." The teacher is giving a warning about a negative consequence if a certain condition is not met.
  • Step 2: Evaluate the visible options. "Unless" means "if not."
  • Step 3: "Unless you work very hard, you will not pass your exam" means "If you do not work very hard, you will not pass your exam," which is a logical warning.
  • Answer: A

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