5. Alex is sick _______
he came to school today.
a. Nevertheless
b. as a result
c. otherwise
d. still
e. despite that
6. My sister is a very responsible person, _______, she tutors me in math and walks me to school.
a. Likewise
b. additionally
c. for example
d. hence
e. as a result
7. Gerry is very active and enjoys working out; _____ Marvin plays video games all day.
a. similarly
b. in addition
c. as a result
d. for example
e. on the other hand