Some new allegiations were made about the head-accountant of the international firm, _____, he proved to be innocent after a meticilous inspection of related documents.
   A) though
   B) nevertheless
   C) besides
   D) as a result
   E) therefore

  The research in biotechnology will provide _____ dramatic medical breakthroughs but also millions of dollars in new investment, and new opportunities for many people.
   A) both
   B) either
   C) whether
   D) not only
   E) neither

  I like Judy, _____ I often visit her.
  A) so
  B) because
  C) but
  D) for

  _____ laws for protection, many of the desert aquatic habitats and their associated species are still in danger.
   A) Even though
   B) Because
   C) Despite
   D) No matter
   E) Whereas

  Robert ate dinner with us at our home last night. Although _____ , he left right after dinner.
  A) he washed the dishes
  B) there was a good movie at the local theater
  C) I expected him to stay and help with the dishes

  Raymond studies for several hours every evening; _____ , he does
  very well on tests.
  A) however
  B) not only
  C) nevertheless
  D) consequently

  _____ a drop of rain fell for months, and all the crops died.
  A) No
  B) None
  C) Not
  D) Not any

  I bought you a birthday card _____ I like you.
   A) while
   B) because
   C) why

  Telecare is a telephone support service in the US which provides contact with people who are alone and isolated _____ they are aged or have disabilities.
   A) in contrast to
   B) because
   C) on the other hand
   D) on grounds of
   E) despite

  Smallpox was eventually declared eradicated in 1980, _____ a vigorous campaign of immunization by the World Health Organization.
   A) nevertheless
   B) thanks to
   C) now that
   D) in spite of
   E) except for