1 The boat trip along the river was cancelled because/because of the bad weather. 2 We will have to consider joining another club unless/besides you make the improvements. 3 I am enclosing a telephone card in case/if your mobile phone doesn’t work in Italy. 4 The visit should be longer so/so as to give people the chance to see the whole city. 5 The dates of the exam need to change in order/in order that all students can take it. 6 We had to move out of the city centre owing to/because the rise in prices. 7 Even though/Even so we are irritated by commercials, they can give us useful information. 8 We must replace the loudspeakers as long as/since the current ones aren’t satisfactory. 9 You can ask the teacher for help if/in case you need further guidance. 10 Although/In spite of the fact the accommodation is cheap, it is very comfortable.