Complete the following sentences with the correct conjunction. If you make a mistake, please try again. Every time you start this exercise, the questions will come in a different order.
The union has negotiated a deal __________ we will get a slight increase in salary and additional benefits.
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The two countries have come to an agreement __________ they will share the revenues from oil discovered in the disputed territory.
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Bats use echo location, __________ they send out a sound which strikes a target, and then bounces back to the bat, letting it know what lies ahead.
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The Olympics used to have a rule __________ professional athletes were not allowed to compete.
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In Japan, many couples have arranged marriages __________ a matchmaker will introduce women and men through a written biography and a photo.
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It seems a little undemocratic to me that we have a system __________ our Prime Minister was elected with only 38% of the popular vote.
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My sister's handwriting is always so neat, __________ mine is a total mess.
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When I was growing up, my brother and I had easier chores like taking out the rubbish, __________ my sisters had to help make supper and stuff.
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My parents were both in a serious car accident when they were in their early twenties, but my mother broke her neck, __________ my father only received a few cuts and bruises.
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__________ most substances shrink when they are cooled, water actually expands.
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Crabs eat decaying matter, __________ helping to clean up the ocean.
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In nature, predators generally prey on the young, sick or weak in a group, __________ keeping the species as a whole strong and healthy.
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Combining several errands into one trip can help you reduce the amount of petrol you use, __________ helping you to reduce air pollution.
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Eric Clapton has been able to adapt himself to the changing fashions of rock music, and __________ remain consistently popular.
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Predators have a beneficial effect on the health of their prey, in that they often eat the old or diseased animals, __________ keeping the species strong.
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The accused murderer was found not guilty because the judge said that he was mentally ill, and __________ couldn't be held responsible for his actions.
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Research has shown that bright yellow and bright blue are the most visible, and __________ safest, colours for cars.
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The calendar in Thailand is based on the Buddhist era, and is __________ 543 years ahead of the western calendar.
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The young boy refused to obey the teacher. __________, he was sent home.
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The mayor feels that skateboarders on the pavement may frighten the elderly, and should __________ be banned.