Prepositions in Complex Conjunctions
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Question 1 of 5
___ the rain, we went out
AnswerIn spite ofIN SPITE OF is correct. DESPITE alone is also correct. Rain did not deter.
Question 2 of 5
___ you arrive, call me
AnswerOnON (meaning when) introduces the condition. Arrival prompts calls. Communication is maintained.
Question 3 of 5
___ studying, he works part-time
AnswerWhileWHILE requires a clause or gerund. Work and study coexist. Time management is tested.
Question 4 of 5
___ his illness, he attended
AnswerNotwithstandingNOTWITHSTANDING is highly formal. Attendance occurred. Illness was overcome.
Question 5 of 5
___ the weather, the event proceeds
AnswerRegardless ofREGARDLESS OF means without consideration. Events continue. Weather is irrelevant.
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