TOEFL iBT Practice (Grammar & Vocabulary) — All Questions
4 questions
He was completely exhausted; ___, he finished the marathon. Which connector fits best?
- a.therefore
- b.moreover
- c.nevertheless✓
- d.meanwhile
The two clauses contrast (being exhausted vs. still finishing), so a contrast connector is needed. 'Nevertheless' signals that the second clause happened despite the first.
She prepared for months; ___, she passed the interview with ease. Which connector fits best?
- a.however
- b.otherwise
- c.instead
- d.consequently✓
The second clause is a result of the first, so a cause-and-effect connector is needed. 'Consequently' correctly signals the result of the preparation.
___ the heavy rain, the outdoor concert continued as planned. Which choice correctly begins the sentence?
- a.Despite✓
- b.Because
- c.Although
- d.Unless
'Despite' is a preposition followed by a noun phrase ('the heavy rain') and signals contrast. 'Although' would require a full clause with a verb, not just a noun phrase.
The proposal is expensive. ___, it could generate substantial long-term savings. Which connector fits best?
- a.Therefore
- b.However✓
- c.Thus
- d.Hence
The second sentence contrasts the cost with a benefit, so a contrast connector is needed. 'However' introduces that contrast; 'therefore', 'thus', and 'hence' all show results.