Cyprus English Language Certification (B2, C1, C2) · Grammar and Usage

Articles, prepositions and linkers

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  1. Last year she was awarded ______ highest honour the university can give.
  2. She was fined for driving ______ speed limit on the motorway.
  3. The plan was approved ______ the board without any discussion.
  4. She apologised ______ being late for the interview.
  5. The new regulations will come ______ effect in January.
  6. Please make sure the report is finished ______ Friday.
  7. She worked at the café ______ she was saving money for university.
  8. He stayed at home ______ the heavy rain.
  9. ______ the rain, the match went ahead as planned.
  10. She was exhausted; ______, she carried on working until midnight.
  11. The company's profits fell sharply. ______, it decided to close two of its offices.
  12. He doesn't enjoy swimming; ______, he goes to the pool twice a week for his health.
  13. Look! The sun ______ out from behind the clouds.
  14. Water ______ at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level.
  15. I ______ my homework when the power went out.
  16. By the time we reach the station, the train ______.
  17. When I ______ to the airport tomorrow, I will call you.
  18. They ______ married for twenty years when he lost his job.
  19. The window ______ by a stone before anyone noticed.

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