Mixed Conjunctions Test 2

Ruth decided that she should finish the housework _____ watch TV.

The doctor said that surgery was essential, _____ the patient would die.

She set the alarm clock one hour ahead _____ she should not be late.

_____ he had become very old, his memory was still very good.

I don’t like her _____ she is the most popular girl on the campus and everyone else likes her.

I enjoy working late. _____, I’d prefer to get home early tonight _____ I can spend some time with the children.

_____ being dressed well, in a double-breasted suit _____ a flower in his button-hole, he _____ gave us the impression that he was working for the mafia.

The silverware stolen the other night was worth several thousand pounds. _____, the jewellery taken by the thieves was not valuable.

My decision depends on _____ I'll be able to take time off from work on that day.

The struggle was long and dangerous, _____ they did not give up and so won in the end.

His mother asked him to continue his studies _____ the fact that she was able to work and could continue to support his studies for a while yet. _____ to this, she felt that there was nothing else that she could offer him for his future.

_____ I have been listening to you for the last two hours, I disagree with most of your statements. _____to this, I would consider what you have said to be an indication of your inability to read between the lines.

I will not argue about this matter with you, at this point. _____, the tea is ready and I don't want you to spoil my break.

_____ of the disturbing behaviour you have shown _____ the first semester at this school, you are being asked to leave. _____, I feel that you will never be able to complete your education unless you change your attitude towards the education system available in this country.

The forecast stated that we should expect a bad snowstorm this evening. _____ I think it would be a good idea to light a fire in the chimney _____ stay at home.

I don't believe him and you shouldn’t _____.

_____ I have been happy working here I intend to leave at the end of the month.

Don't worry, I'll go with you _____ it is late.

I had left work rather late last night. _____, I left so late that I missed the last bus home.

_____ potatoes this evening, why don't you try asparagus?

I wonder _____ or not he will be with us tonight.

I’m not sure how John feels about this new situation and _____ I care; he can do whatever he wants.

The last payment will be made tomorrow and _____ your loan will be completely repaid.

"Which one is John?"
"I’m hot sure, but he is _____ the one in the green jacket _____ the one standing behind the statue."