Il était fatigué ; ___, il a continué à travailler.

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. pourtant

  1. Step 1: Continuing to work is unexpected given his tiredness. Step 2. 'Pourtant' marks this contrast. Answer: pourtant. Why not the others: 'donc' and 'ainsi' mark a result and 'car' a reason.

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