WEEK 5 – CONJUNCTIONS

B. PRACTICE
01. The telephone information service is available round the clock ------- it is a
special holiday.
(A) regardless (B) whether (C) despite (D) even if
02. The new work schedule cuts back on extra hours ------- improving
employee efficiency with longer lunch breaks.
(A) while (B) but (C) after (D) since
03. At this company, quarterly bonuses are awarded ------- all of the sales
goals are met
(A) so as (B) depending on (C) rather than (D) provided that
04. The loan agency has been closed for investigation ------- claims were made
that the owner dipped into overhead funds.
(A) when (B) due to (C) in spite of (D) since
05. We will hold a workshop ------- more than ten employees register.
(A) while (B) before (C) if (D) because
06 The club is so exclusive that visitors are not permitted to use its services -------
accompanied by a member
(A) without (B) otherwise (C) but (D) unless
07. Some of the suggestions proposed by the assistant manager had to be declined
------- they did not reflect the company's approach to employee relations.
(A) unless (B) rather than (C) because (D) anyway
08 The company decided to change its policy regarding holiday breaks ------- the
labor union initiated a strike.
(A) while (B) where (C) when (D) whether
09. ------- Frank profors having a quick meal at his desk, Carl would rather have a
leisurely lunch at a good restaurant.
(A) As soon as (B) While (C) Because of (D) However
10 Mr. Gonzales should inform his assistant about his schedule ------- he is
planning a business trip to Tokyo with the rest of the marketing team.
(A) So (B) if (C) that (D) due to
11 ------- deciding whether or not to purchase an investment property, it is
important to consider the terms of investment and the ongoing costs.
(A) Whatever (B) However
(C) Whichever (D) Whenever
12 Harold Grist became the company's top senior manager ------- Successfully
leading the firm through a period of near bankruptcy.
(A) with (B) in
(C) after (D) like
13 Employees are being asked to pull overtime ------- the current project has been
completed.
(A) while (B) until
(C) during (D) upon
14 -------you sign the document, you should carefully review the details of the
contract
(A) Because (B) Since
(C) Before (D) While
15 This color copier will last beyond its warranty ------- the machine is periodically
maintained and worn-out parts are replaced.
(A) whereas (B) in case
(C) unless (D) as long as
16. ------- accompanied by an adult, children under the age of twelve are admitted
free into the museum.
(A) With (B) When
(C) Only (D) By
17. An additional 78,000 job opening is available for entry-level workers -------
increasing foreign investments have spurred companies to establish new factories.
(A) that (B) if
(C) as (D) which
18. -------- the bank approves his application for a small business loan, Gary
intends to open his shop by the end of the year.
(A) Providing (B) Nevertheless
(C) The fact what (D) Until
19. Included in this month's subscription is a coupon for a discounted year
membership ------- you can introduce our magazine to your friends
(A) in order (B) so that
(C) in addition to (D) such as
20. ------- the raw material needs of the company, we have had to explore other
means to obtain the supplies we require.
(A) Consider (B) Considered
(C) Considering (D) Consideration
21. ------- the marketing head transfers to Singapore, there will be an open position
at the main office.
(A) So (B) Wherever
(C) if (D) Whom
22. ------- the minimum wage has increased in some countries over the past few
years, it is still below poverty level in many places.
(A) However (B) That
(C) Whereas (D) Despite
23. Customers who hear music on an open telephone line ----when it is --- placed
on hold are less likely to hang up.
(A) to (B) as
(C) nearby (D) while
24. ------- all of the appropriate paperwork has been filed, you will be officially
registered as an accountant at this firm.
(A) Whether (B) Once
(C) As if (D) Yet
25. Staff members have reported hundreds of phone calls ------- the promotion was
aired on television and radio a few hours ago.
(A) by (B) before
(C) past (D) since
26. Patrons who arrive more than twenty minutes ------- the opera begins should
wait in the lobby until the doors to the main hall are opened.
(A) before (B) when
(C) during (D) while
27. The value of the dollar will continue to drop ------- the American economy
undergoes a dramatic revival.
(A) unless (B) whether
(C) even (D) or
28. The CEO has decided to bring Perry James along on his business trip ------- he
is inexperienced and underqualified.
(A) if (B) so
(C) although (D) because
29. Please refer to the enclosed manual or call one
of our technicians ------- you are unable to fine-tune your device.
(A) unless (B) while
(C) whether (D) if
30. A gathering of all the company's senior managers has been arranged ------- we
can discuss problems involving customer dissatisfaction.
(A) in order (B) so that
(C) because (D) such
31. A number of our staff were late coming to the office today ------- the eastbound
A-train got stuck on the tracks.
(A) if (B) because
(C) that (D) unless
32. ------- that exports have failed to recover the economy, the government is
appealing to corporate entities for help.
(A) Considering (B) Even so
(C) In case (D) Unless
33. We at Grayson Automotive would appreciate it if you would fill out this
service evaluation ------- it is convenient for you.
(A) whichever (B) whoever
(C) whenever (D) whatever
34. ------- much your company is paying you, I can guarantee twice that salary if
you work for us.
(A) Whatever (B) However
(C) Whichever (D) Whenever
35. Electronic communications make it possible to do business ------- you are in
the world, whether in or out of the country.
(A) whenever (B) whomever
(C) wherever (D) whatever
36. Our office can begin filling out the order ------- the completed request form and
instructions are sent via fax.
(A) once (B) just
(C) upon (D) still I do
37. Housing prices stabilized ------- interest rates on mortgages rose sharply due
to the overall economic fluctuation.
(A) during (B) in addition
(C) while (D) meantime
38. ------- the company has been selling the same product for thirty years, it is still
popular with consumers all over the country.
(A) In spite of (B) Nevertheless
B. CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER
01. ------- the holiday is only going to last three days is a disappointment to the
entire staff
(A) What (B) That
(C) Although (D) So
02. Our supervisor wants to know ------- the final revisions will be made to the
contract.
(A) on (B) about
(C) which (D) when
03. At 6:00, ------- club members joining the special clambake at the beach should
be at the entrance of the Lakeside Center.
(A) all (B) somewhat
(C) when (D) whichever
04. The major issue we face is the fact ------- within the next month our spending
will exceed the budget.
(A) that (B) coming from
(C) rather than (D) what
05. As the manager of the hotel, I can assure you that ------- room you choose will
be of the highest standards.
(A) these (B) some
(C) whose (D) whichever
06. The tailor shop is requesting the customer to return the expensive suits -------
were mistakenly packed with his purchase.
(A) what (B) whoever
(C) this (D) that
07. ------- Doctor William will give a speech at the Remond Hotel remains
undecided.
(A) About (B) Before
(C) Whether (D) If
08. When questioned as to ------- he was planning to work for the competition, Mr.
Graham said he would always be loyal to Sanford and Sons.
(A) whenever (B) while
(C) whether (D) whereas
09. We want all staff to be aware ------- Security codes will be changed on the
following Monday.
(A) concerning (B) of
(C) that (D) which
10. Please remember ------- the vacation policy has been changed this year.
(A) that (B) when
(C) it (D) what
11. Next week's workshop will focus on ------- to be an effective and trustworthy
leader in the corporate world
(A) which (B) how
(C) What (D) that
12. A key to closing a deal is to realize ------- knowing how to negotiate means
having a sense of how people think and feel.
(A) so that (B) in that
(C) and that (D) that
13. Employees are reminded ------- they should limit their use of office supplies, as
budget cuts will be taking effect immediately.
(A) it (B) that
(C) Still (D) yet
14. Although staff members have some leeway when it comes to daily activities,
the supervisor determines ------- tasks get done by whom
(A) when (B) whoever
(C) what (D) whose
15. The new employees wondered ------- they would be given health care and some
benefits.
(A) whom (B) if
(C) that (D) what
16. Martin's job is so demanding ------- he takes occasional three-day leave to get
away from the pressures of office work.
(A) that (B) there
(C) what (D) where
17. ------- leaves the office last will be required to make sure all the lights are off
and lock all doors behind them
(A) Who (B) Whom
(C) Whose (D) Whoever
18. The chairman of Rochelle Petrochemicals is of the opinion ------- the new
manufacturing plant will not significantly affect the environment.
(A) then (B) that
(C) how (D) when
19. We will be holding a meeting this afternoon to decide ------- needs to be
revised before the report goes to print.
(A) what (B) those
(C) whether (D) there
20. For those who have made an investment, ------- happens during the first year is
an important indicator of how successful the company will be.
(A) that (B) as
(C) what (D) how
21. The company's press relations officer confirmed ------- Selectric, Inc. would no
longer be manufacturing pagers.
(A) about (B) of
(C) that (D) it
22. The banking industry reported ------- past year saw a 10 percent increase in
international wire transfers.
(A) about (B) this
(C) on (D) that
23. Please submit your picks for employee of the month so that our manager can
decide ------- will be given the award.
(A) those (B) them
(C) who (D) while
24. ------- Alice Diaz was willing to work over the weekends to ensure the success
of the ceremony is evidence of her devotion to her work.
(A) That (B) But
(C) Since (D) After
25. Mr. Forster was convinced ------- his decision to sell his shares had been the
right one when the value of the stock plunged the next day.
(A) which (B) that
(C) about (D) of
26. During the meeting, the manager referred to the rumor ------- the business was
losing money.
(A) then (B) that
(C) which (D) how
27. Ms. Owen still isn't sure ------- she will open a production plant in South
America to cut down the cost of labor.
(A) if (B) though
(C) however (D) while
28. She is still thinking about whether ------- to boost the office's computer systems
with the latest software programs.
(A) or (B) or not
(C) and (D) and not
29. The committee is still deciding about ------- to allocate funds for monthly
training sessions for employees.
(A) if (B) that
(C) whether (D) which
30. The manager wants to know ------- prepared the employee profiles for the
company website, as he finds them unprofessional and inappropriate.
(A) how (B) that
(C) which (D) who
31. To make preparations for the event, the caterer asked ------- many people
would be present at the dinner.
(A) about (B) concerning
(C) how (D) what
32. The company's lawyer will know ------- to do in this situation, so let's make an
appointment to see him.
(A) what (B) that
(C) which (D) where
33. ------- is said at this very private meeting is confidential and should not leave
the room for any reason.
(A) Whichever (B) Whatever
(C) Whenever (D) However
34. The supervisor reminded us that ------- needed a certificate of employment for
personal reasons should ask for Ms. Simon's assistance.
(A) who (B) whenever
(C) whoever (D) whomever
35. ------- team of sales representatives has sold the highest number of units will
receive the Team of the Month award.
(A) Which (B) Some
(C) Whichever (D) These
36. As an advertiser, it is absolutely vital to understand ------- most customers
expect and want from manufacturers.
(A) how (B) that
(C) what (D) whether
37. Implementers understand ------- they cannot use company funds earmarked for
project expenses on rest and recreation.
(A) about (B) it
(C) what (D) that
38. New computer programs have made it so much
easier to store information in databases ------- even a novice can compile one from
a given set of data.
(A) that (B) there
(C) what (D) when