Exercise 1.17 Choose the appropriate conjunction from the two given, and
rewrite the two sentences as one.- We went to bed early. (if, because) It was such a tiring day.
- Can you tell me? (and, where) John is working.
- Monday is the first day of classes. (and, why) I still have to buy some
books. - Juan is my only brother. (therefore, but) I haven’t seen him in a year.
- The weather is terrible today. (however, when) The parade went on as
planned. - She started crying. (if, when) I told her I love her.
- I don’t understand. (since, how) You can live in the city.
- The soldiers let out a cheer. (for, where) The war had finally ended.
- Tom will help you. (if, since) You pay him a few dollars.
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