Grammar - B2   Clauses of contrast, purpose, reason and result 

Internet access has been growing exponentially across the country. _______ , growth in rural areas is much slower.

He became a very nice and well-educated man _______ having a very difficult childhood.

Scientists have discovered a new technique _______ measuring the speed at which the universe is expanding.

_______ technological advances, the world is becoming a global community.

Clever people ask better questions, and _______, they get better answers.

Some prisons have been closed in the Netherlands _______ a lack of prisoners.

He asked a stupid question, _______ I gave him a stupid answer.

The company had to close down _______ the decline in profits.

_______ it was very late, we decided to have room service and watch a movie

The price of oil has gone down _____________________ the increase in production.

______________a lot has been done, we need to continue working hard.

You need to find a more user-friendly name ____________________ people can access it more quickly.

______________ the weather conditions, the fire could not be contained.

When you argue with your partner you may say things that you don't really want to say.  __________ , you should choose your words carefully before you speak.