04 Differing Prep and Conj Flashcards
1
Q
They were upset because of the delay.
They were upset because they were delayed.
A
Preposition: because of
Conjunction: because
Meaning: for this reason
2
Q
Despite the rain, we enjoyed ourselves.
Although it rained, we enjoyed ourselves.
A
Preposition: despite
Conjunction: althopugh
Meaning: in spite of this
3
Q
We stayed indoors during the storm.
We stayed indoors while the storm raged.
A
Preposition: during
Conjunction: while
Meaning: at the time when.
4
Q
It looks like rain.
It looks as if it will rain.
A
Preposition: like.
Conjunction: as if.
Meaning: in a similar way.
