Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
They studied hard although ________.

• A. they were tired
• B. they were good friends
• C. they were happy
• D. they had a lot to eat

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

they were tired

Option A is the correct answer. The presence of the conjunction although implies an opposite effect which is fulfilled by the selected option. Them studying in spite of being tired serves the purpose. The statements of options B,C and D negate the use of the conjunction.