Task 1

Choose the best linking word

Выберите наиболее подходящее слово/выражение

1. The proposal seemed promising. __________, several flaws soon became apparent.

   a) Moreover

   b) Nevertheless

   c) As a result

2. The event was cancelled __________ severe weather conditions.

   a) because

   b) due to

   c) therefore

3. Urban populations are increasing, __________ rural areas are experiencing decline.

   a) moreover

   b) whereas

   c) in addition

4. The system was expensive. __________, it proved highly efficient.

   a) Nonetheless

   b) Therefore

   c) Namely

5. The contract remains valid __________ all conditions are met.

   a) unless

   b) provided that

   c) owing to

6. The data were incomplete; __________, firm conclusions could not be drawn.

   a) as a result

   b) moreover

   c) indeed

7. The project was risky. __________, it was approved by the board.

   a) Consequently

   b) Nevertheless

   c) Therefore

8. Several issues were identified, __________ budget constraints and staffing shortages.

   a) indeed

   b) namely

   c) thereby

9. The policy reduced waste, __________ lowering production costs.

   a) owing to

   b) thereby

   c) whereas

10. __________ initial resistance, the reform was eventually implemented.

    a) Despite

    b) Although

    c) However