G12_U5_Gr

Employees are encouraged to attend training workshops; __________, their professional development will directly impact the company’s growth.

• regardless
• nevertheless
• consequently
• in contrast

Working in a high–pressure environment can be stressful, __________ many professionals find it rewarding in terms of career advancement.

• yet
• or
• so
• nor

Robert is seeking an internship in marketing, __________ he hopes to gain hands–on experience before applying for full–time positions.

• because of
• given that
• since
• irrespective of

Emma stayed calm during the interview, __________ the interviewer’s challenging questions.

• in light of
• notwithstanding
• even if
• moreover

The candidate lacked formal qualifications, __________ he impressed the panel with his creativity and problem–solving skills.

• whereas
• but
• although
• due to

The manager postponed the meeting, __________ the final report was not ready.

• for
• unless
• if
• though

The project team had limited resources; __________, they managed to meet the deadline through effective planning.

• nevertheless
• as if
• whereas
• because

Employees must follow the company’s code of conduct, __________ they will face disciplinary action.

• otherwise
• although
• despite
• nevertheless

__________ the long working hours, many young graduates are willing to accept the job for the sake of experience.

• Irrespective of
• Provided that
• As if
• Given that

My grandparents prefer to stay in the countryside, __________ the peaceful environment and close–knit community.

• because of
• though
• whereas
• nevertheless