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Clauses of Contrast and Purpose — Exercise 2

Select the right choice for each blank space below.

1She continued working _______ she felt extremely tired.

2He spoke quietly _______ avoid disturbing the others.

3_______ the heavy traffic, they arrived on time.

4I saved all my files _______ I wouldn’t lose any important data.

5She continued working _______ she was feeling very tired.

6He whispered _______ he wouldn’t wake the baby.

7They went out for a walk _______ the heavy rain.

8I took notes _______ I could remember the main points later.

9_______ he studied hard, he didn’t pass the exam.

10She wore a jacket _______ it was quite warm outside.