Select the phrase/connector from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same as expressed in the statement sentence.  Misha went ahead with the concert. Doctor had advised him to rest for at least 2 weeks.  1. Despite 2. Because 3. Furthermore

Select the phrase/connector from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same as expressed in the statement sentence.  Misha went ahead with the concert. Doctor had advised him to rest for at least 2 weeks.  1. Despite 2. Because 3. Furthermore Correct Answer Only 1

The correct answer is Only 1

Key Points

• A connector is a thing that connects 2 sentences or more. 
• In this sentence, it mentions that Misha conducted a concert and that his doctor has advised him to rest for a minimum of 2 weeks. 
• So the connector that can be used here is 'despite' meaning that 'without being affected by; in spite of something'
• Thus, 'despite' is the correct answer. 

So, the correct sentence is: 'Misha went ahead with the concert despite his doctor having advised him to rest for at least 2 weeks.'

Additional Information

• The types of connectors in English are: coordinating, correlative, subordinating, causative, conjunctive adverbs and prepositional phrases, etc. 
• 'Despite' is a subordinating connector. 
• 'Because' is a subordinating connector. 
  • Example: Jessi decided to order takeout for dinner because she was unbelievably tired. 
• 'Furthermore' is an additional connector. 
  • Example: Asha's boss was impressed with her work, furthermore she wanted to promote her immediately.