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Choose from the options given below, the word that can be used to fill in the blank in the given sentence.

_____ he worked so hard, he couldn't pass the examination.

Solution

Correct Option: 2

A concessive conjunction is needed to contrast hard work with failure. 'Although he worked so hard, he couldn't pass' fits perfectly. Unless and Until express conditions, and Provided introduces a condition, none of which convey concession.

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