Clauses of contrast, purpose, reason and result

1️⃣ The restaurant was very popular. _______ , it was difficult to get a table without a reservation.

2️⃣ She saved money every month _______ buy a new laptop.

3️⃣ _______ he was feeling tired, he finished the report before the deadline.

4️⃣ The company increased its marketing budget _______ attract more customers.

5️⃣ The meeting was postponed _______ several key members were absent.

6️⃣ The instructions were simple; _______ , many people still made mistakes.

7️⃣ He left early _______ he could avoid the heavy traffic.

8️⃣ _______ the project was challenging, the team managed to complete it successfully.

9️⃣ The roads were closed _______ the heavy snowfall.