………hardship, the firemen managed to save many people who were caught in the fire.

A.Because of
B.However
C.Despite
D.As a result

Aware of how expensive it is to raise a child, future parents will have to choose ……….having fewer children and reducing the money they spend on each child.
A.between
B.either
C.from
D.whether

Crash diets are not a recommended means of weight loss, ……….they can lead to malnutrition.
A.once
B.for
C.how much
D.in order that

We’ll be late for the class ……….we run.

A.even
B.even if
C.even without
D.even

The soldiers attacked the town ………..the danger of causing large numbers of civilian casualties there.
A.despite
B.in addition to
C.besides
D.for fear of

He had to act immediately; ………., it would have been too late.
A.nevertheless
B.still
C.consequently
D.otherwise

We really want to book another holiday in Cotswold ……….the last trip was not a success.
A.which
B.because
C.although
D.despite

I prefer to buy engine parts at Auto World ……….they always have every reliable part on hand.
A.so
B.which
C.because
D.but

………..Norway has tidy cities, historic buildings, and distinctive art, nature is clearly its prime attraction.
A.What if
B.Even though
C.Otherwise
D.If only

Melanie is retiring from her job next summer……….she can devote more time to photography.
A.in case
B.until
C.in order that
D.whenever