1) ---- the recent rise in unemployment largely affects eastern Germany,

there is considerable unrest in western Germany, too.

A) Since
B) Due to
C) Although
D) Despite
E) Because

2) Winston Churchill insisted on war,---- his senior naval colleagues

objected.

A) unless
B) though
C) moreover
D) since
E) thus

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3) Recycled water can meet most water demands ---- it is adequately treated
to ensure water quality.

A) so that
B) as long as
C) even though
D) as if
E) whereas

4) Many teenagers suffer from acne, which is triggered by hormonal changes

at puberty, ---- it usually clears up as they reach their 20s.

A) owing to
B) but
C) if
D) because
E) once

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5) ---- compared to their butter-loving American counterparts, Italians
consume 24 times the amount of olive oil per person.

A) As though
B) Until
C) When
D) Unless
E) Just as

6) Dog’s memory requires constant reinforcement, ---- they quickly forget.

A) so
B) but
C) instead
D) otherwise
E) hence

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7) Presumably they will find the terms acceptable, but ---- they raise any
objections, we need to listen to them.

A) in case
B) as if
C) until
D) while
E) since

8) ---- you were born poor and lack good looks, there is still plenty you can
do to improve your chances of success.

A) While
B) As if
C) When
D) Even if
E) As far as

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9) The structure around the eye protect it ---- allowing it to move freely in all
directions.

A) since
B) while
C) even though
D) because
E) whereas

10) Poisoning ---- drug overdose is a frequent and still increasing cause of
admission to hospital.

A) in order to
B) due to
C) on behalf of
D) since
E) in spite of

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