Conjunctions (Conjunciones)

Ejercicio 1: Opción Múltiple

Elige la opción correcta para completar cada oración.

1. ________ the initial setbacks, the project was ultimately a success.
   a) Despite
   b) Whereas
   c) Unless

2. He decided to accept the job offer ________ it meant moving to another city.
   a) even though
   b) whereas
   c) provided that

3. ________ you submit the application by Friday, it cannot be considered.
   a) Whereas
   b) Unless
   c) Moreover

4. The company is expanding its operations; ________, it is hiring new staff.
   a) whereas
   b) consequently
   c) on the contrary

5. ________ had I left the house ________ it started to rain heavily.
   a) No sooner / than
   b) Not only / but also
   c) Only when / that

6. She is an excellent programmer, ________ her colleague is more skilled in design.
   a) whereas
   b) moreover
   c) as long as

7. ________ the complexity of the issue, we managed to find a solution.
   a) In view of
   b) On the other hand
   c) Not until

8. He claimed ________ he had been working late ________ he had forgotten to call.
   a) and / that
   b) that / and that
   c) but / that

9. ________ finish the report on time, but he also prepared the presentation.
   a) Not only did he
   b) Only if he
   c) No sooner did he

10. We can proceed with the plan ________ everyone agrees to the terms.
    a) whereas
    b) as long as
    c) consequently

Ejercicio 2: Rellenar los Espacios

Completa los espacios en blanco con un conector o conjunción apropiada de la lista:
[although, despite, not only, whereas, unless, consequently, as long as, provided that, in view of, on the other hand]

1. ________ the promising start, the product failed to attract many customers.
2. He decided to decline the offer; ________, he recommended another candidate for the position.
3. ________ did she speak fluent Mandarin, but she was also proficient in Japanese.
4. The southern region relies heavily on tourism, ________ the north has a more industrial economy.
5. ________ you have all the necessary documents, you won't be able to board the flight.
6. ________ the recent setbacks, we have decided to postpone the product launch.
7. ________ the team was inexperienced, they managed to deliver excellent results.
8. You can borrow my car ________ you promise to drive carefully.
9. The cost of raw materials has increased; ________, we must adjust our prices.
10. ________ we receive the payment today, we can dispatch your order tomorrow.

Ejercicio 3: Transformación de Oraciones

Reescribe la segunda oración para que tenga un significado similar a la primera, usando la palabra dada. No cambies la palabra dada. Debes usar entre 3 y 6 palabras.

1. Despite the heavy traffic, we arrived on time.
   ALTHOUGH
   We arrived on time _______________ heavy.

2. I'll only agree to these conditions if you increase the budget.
   UNLESS
   I won't agree to these conditions _______________ the budget.

3. She started the new job immediately after finishing her degree.
   SOONER
   No _______________ she started the new job.

4. He both designed the website and wrote the content.
   BUT
   Not _______________ the website, but he also wrote the content.

5. Because the weather was bad, the event was moved indoors.
   OF
   _______________ the bad weather, the event was moved indoors.

6. "I understand your concern, but I must follow the regulations," the manager said.
   THAT
   The manager said that he understood my concern _______________ follow the regulations.

7. We decided to leave only when the situation became dangerous.
   WHEN
   Only _______________ decide to leave.

8. The movie had excellent special effects, but the plot was weak.
   WHEREAS
   The movie had excellent special effects, _______________ weak.

Ejercicio 4: Corrección de Errores

Algunas de estas oraciones contienen un error en el uso de conjunciones o conectores. Encuéntralo y corrígelo. Si la oración es correcta, escribe "OK".

1. Despite he was tired, he continued working.
2. I like both coffee and tea. On the contrary, my brother prefers juice.
3. Not only she is a great singer, but she is also an accomplished dancer.
4. Unless you don't hurry up, we will miss the train.
5. The report was well-researched; consequently, it was poorly structured.
6. He said that he would come and he would bring his friend.
7. Only when the meeting started I realized I had forgotten the documents.
8. Whereas the initial cost is high, the long-term savings are significant.
9. In view of the current situation, we have decided to cancel the event.
10. No sooner had I closed the door than the phone rang.

Ejercicio 5: Combinación de Oraciones

Combina cada par de oraciones usando el conector indicado entre paréntesis.

1. The team worked hard. They didn't meet the deadline. (although)
2. You can use the facility. You must wear appropriate safety equipment. (as long as)
3. The company invested in new technology. Their productivity increased significantly. (consequently)
4. He is very talented. He lacks confidence. (yet)
5. We received the payment. Then we dispatched the goods immediately. (only when)
6. The software is user-friendly. It is also highly efficient. (not only...but also)
7. The project was challenging. We learned a great deal from it. (in view of)
8. She finished her presentation. Then the questions began. (no sooner...than)

Ejercicio 6: Traducción (Inglés > Español)

Traduce las siguientes oraciones al español, prestando especial atención a los conectores y conjunciones.

1. Notwithstanding the financial constraints, the project was completed successfully.
2. Provided that all parties agree, we can sign the contract tomorrow.
3. Not until the evidence was presented did he admit his mistake.
4. The company is expanding; therefore, new positions are being created.
5. Whereas traditional methods are still used, modern techniques are becoming more prevalent.

Ejercicio 7: Traducción (Español > Inglés)

Traduce las siguientes oraciones al inglés, usando los conectores y conjunciones apropiados.

1. A menos que mejore su actitud, será difícil trabajar con él.
2. No solo completó el maratón, sino que también estableció un récord personal.
3. En vista de los recientes desarrollos, hemos cambiado nuestra estrategia.
4. Por un lado, el trabajo ofrece un buen salario; por otro lado, las horas son muy largas.
5. Apenas había salido del edificio cuando comenzó a temblar.