Deserts are harsh and dry, ___ many plants grow there.

Pat loved the antique clock at the shop, ___ she couldn’t afford to buy it.

The guy is a contractor, ___ he knows the construction business well.

Sue jogs every day, ___ she wants to stay in shape.

His feet hurt, ___ his shoes are too tight.

Constance might go to the library, ___ she might stay home.

Bill refuses to eat peas, ___ will he touch carrots.

My dog enjoys swimming in the river ___ hates getting a bath.

My brother is in the play, ___ I want to attend the first performance.

You can eat your cake with a spoon ___ fork.

My niece and I went out to lunch, ___ we both ordered fish.

Matthew didn't want to go to school today ___ he didn’t finish his assignment.

___ he did't want to go to school and face the teacher, he knew he had had to.

Maggie prepared dinner ___ her mom was at work.

They’ll have a good corn harvest this year ___ it rains a lot preventing them from harvesting crops.

___ he can save a lot of money by taking the bus, Russ still drives into the city every day.

Stay in the car ___ I go into the store. I’ll be right back.

You shouldn’t accept a ride in a car from someone ___ you know the person really well.

Submit all your reports ___ you leave for the day.

___ it's cloudy tonight, we will be able to see the full moon.

I was late this morning ___ I forgot to set my alarm.

I need to return this book ___ the library closes.

She laughed when the puppy started chasing its tail.

It was a good movie, yet no one saw it.

James picked the dinner, and Sam picked the dessert.

The tiger limped as it crept through the jungle.

If the door is open, you should close it.

___ you are interested in bikes, come and look at my new bike.

1. ___ he worked hard all year long, he wasn’t able to buy his father an expensive gift.