Alternatives to “if” in conditional sentences

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Choose the correct option. Sometimes more than one answer is possible.

1. ... the schedule is approved, we will start our first aid training classes.

a. Otherwise

b. Unless

c. As soon as

2. ... my colleague’s help, I wouldn’t have recovered from a nervous breakdown.

a. In the event of

b. But for

c. In case of

3. They agreed to review my article ... I contribute solely to the ASJPG journal.

a. on condition that

b. unless

c. as soon as

4. ... a power outage, immediately unplug all electrical devices and appliances in your home.

a. In the event of

b. In case of

c. In the case of

5. We need to cut down on plastic as soon as possible, ... our world’s oceans will have more plastic in them than fish.

a. unless

b. supposing

c. otherwise

6. Have enough drinking water and some non-perishable foods ... the power goes out.

a. otherwise

b. in case

c. on condition that

7. The authors can publish their research findings ... neither patients’ names nor any other identifying information is disclosed.

a. as soon as

b. provided that

c. providing that

8. ... you persuade Rebecca to see a doctor immediately, her condition will continue to worsen.

a. Whether or not

b. Unless

c. Provided that

9. A company is likely to incur losses ... the management turn a blind eye to their employees’ physical and mental health.

a. but for

b. in case

c. as long as

10. ... you scored your own goal in an important football match. How would you feel?

a. Suppose

b. Provided that

c. Supposing

11. ... you like it, you’ll have to wear a tie to work.

a. Whether or not

b. On condition that

c. Should

12. ... anyone call, please tell them that Paul‘s on holiday.

a. Unless

b. Should

c. In case

13. I want to get married ... I turn 18.

a. in case

b. when

c. unless

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