ESL 141 - Grammar and Writing IV » Summer 2021 » Writing Quiz - Transition Use

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Question #1
Ellen did not perform well on the recent grammar quiz. __________, she understands that she will need to spend more time studying some of the grammar points.
A.   However
B.   Unless
C.   In spite of
D.   Therefore
Question #2
Laura was not able to arrive to her meeting in time __________ the heavy traffic this morning.
A.   because
B.   because of
C.     
D.   in spite of
E.   despite
Question #3
__________ the month of August in Pasadena is very hot, the same month in Seattle is not.
A.   Whereas
B.   Similarly,
C.   Because of
D.   Hence,
Question #4
__________ Chris spent more than six hours preparing for his biology exam, __________ he did not pass it.
A.   Because of . . . but
B.   Due to . . . but
C.   Although . . . (blank)
D.   Although . . . but
Question #5
In this online course, you will need to complete the weekly grammar or writing quiz. __________ you will need to participate in the online discussion, too.
A.   Even though
B.   Moreover,
C.   However,
D.   Whereas
Question #6
Paul slept for only two hours last night; __________, he still played very well in his baseball game this morning.
A.   whereas
B.   however
C.   although
D.   because
Question #7
Kevin was not allowed to enter the dance club __________ not being old enough.
A.   due to
B.   in spite of
C.   while
D.   despite

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