since two that morning

[Kati Svaby]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #75 "Christmas Postman (2)", question 10

As he had been very busy in his house since two that morning ......... of a burst water pipe, he went to have a rest.

(a) through
(b) for
(c) on
(d) because

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #75 "Christmas Postman (2)", answer 10

As he had been very busy in his house since two that morning because of a burst water pipe, he went to have a rest.

Correct answer: (d) because
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As he had been very busy in his house since two that morning because of a burst water pipe, he went to have a rest.

after because of we use a noun here: a burst water pipe
after because we use personal pronoun+ verb
...because he had to repair the burst water pipe. Is it right?
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We always deceive ourselves twice about the people we love - first to their advantage, then to their disadvantage.

[Beeesneees]

That's an acceptable alternative.
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Cheers m' dears!