Question

Fill in the blank with the suitable conjunction from the options given:
Take this umbrella with you, _____________ it rains.
A)in order that
B)unless
C)in case
D)while

Answer 1

Hint: The speaker is hinting at a future possibility.

Complete step-by-step answer:

In the given question we have to fill in the blank considering the given sentence.
Let us take a look at the available options.
Option A, ‘in order that’ is incorrect as it means ‘so that’, implying that the person is sure that it will rain, but in the given question it is just a possibility.
Option B, ‘unless’ is incorrect as the word refers to an exception. For example, write with the pencil unless a pen is required. When this phrase is used it usually signals the opposite of the clause before the word ‘unless’ is used. Here, before and after the word unless is used, the speaker is talking about rain.
Option D, while refers to an action that is happening at the moment. Example, I was painting while listening to music. But in the given question, two actions are not happening simultaneously and hence, it is incorrect.
The correct answer is Option C, in case. This phrase indicated a future possibility. It fits perfectly with the given situation as it can be understood that the speaker is asking another to take the umbrella if a situation happens where it rains.

Note: If you are confused try every option in the blank and see which one fits best. Additionally, try forming a conversation in your mind to assist you.