SHOWING CONTRAST (ANSWERS)
Underline the connectors 1n the sentences below and add commas
where necessary.
1. Although she was ill she went to work.
2. Their car broke down; nevertheless, they managed to get to the
garage.
3. They wanted to move to a new neighbourhood; however, they couldn't
afford it.
4. This child is very independent despite his young age.
5. Despite the low price, I didn't buy the suit.
6. Rosie is always making jokes, yet I don't find her very funny.
7. Did the stain come out after you washed it?"
On the contrary, it became more noticeable."
8. She wont go to the theatre although she has a free ticket.
Fill in the blanks with a suitable contrast connector.
1. I wont forgive you....in spite of/despite.... your apology.
2. They havent found a house to buy ..although/though/even though/in
spite of the fact that... they have looked at quite a few.
3. ... although/though/even though/in spite of the fact that.... Andrew
knew the risks, he decided to travel alone.
4. ..... in spite of/despite.... her hard work, Maria didn't get a bonus.
5. The speed limit on the highway is 110 kph;...nevetheless/even
so/however.....people often drive faster that that.
6. .... in spite of/despite... her skiing accident last year, Diana is going
skiing again this year.
7. ... although/though/even though/in spite of the fact that... he had
planned the projed very carefully, he had several problems along the
way.
8. My sister doesn't have a job ... although/though/even though/in spite
of the fact that.. she's a very talented person.
Fill in the blanks with a suitable CONTRAST connector. There may be
more than one correct answer.
1. Some pupils don't mind taking tests, ....while/whereas/but..... others
get quite nervous.
2. lt's wonderful to have my grandparents spend the summer with us ....
although/though/even though/in spite of the fact that.... it's a bit
uncomfortable because our flat is quite small.
3. "She must have a very interesting job as a travel agent."
".... On the contrary.., she says it is quite routine."
4. The new car is very economical .... while/whereas.. the old one was not
5. ...On the one hand..., you could rent a flat instead of buying one.
....on the other hand..., you spend all this money and you still don't
own a flat.
6. Jane really hates classical music, ..... while/whereas/but..... . I love it.
7. We took our holiday in Spain,... while/whereas/but.....our neighbours
went abroad
8. "You seem to be bored." "...On the contrary......, l'm having a
wonderful time.
Complete the following sentences using your own words and ideas.
1. AIthough ............ she was nervous............. her first interview was
successful.
2. Jack often takes his car to work in spite of ....the high price of
petrol......
3. Even though ..he is very serious.. , everyone likes him.
4. Despite ...the snowy weather.., we have decided to eat out tonight.
5. It was terribly cold at the beach, yet....we stayed till midnight.....
6. I'm not really hungry. Nevertheless, ..Ill eat something anyway....
7. Our flight will be delayed for half an hour. In spite of that, .we may miss
it...
8. She's always in a hurry although ..she doesnt have much to do...
9. This ad is excellent. However, .....the product is not very good...
10. Although our financial situation is not very good right now, .....we
have decided to buy a new car......
Choose the correct answer
1. .................. the high price, many people buy these jeans
a. On the one hand b. Despite c. Although
2. Bill is rather clever,.................... his brother is just average.
a. in spite of b. on the other hand c. whereas
3. "Wasn't the concert last night terrific?
".................. , I found it quite boring
a. However b. Eventhough c. On the contrary
4. It was hot and humid. .................., they really enjoyed their holiday.
a. However b.In spite of the fact that c. Whereas
5. Forests are important to our planet, .......................... people are destroying
forests all over the world.
a. yet b. on the contrary c. on the one hand
6. .................. there are laws against pollution, cars and factories continue to
pollute the air.
a. However b. Although c. Despite
7. We like travelling. ............., travelling can be quite expensive
a. In spite of b. While c. However
8. I can't speak Japanese. ..........................., I managed on my trip to Tokyo.
a. Nevertheless b. Whereas c. Even though
Complete the following sentences using your own words and ideas
1. I'm very interested in opera, whereas ......my friend only likes
sport. ......
2. Some people love pets. However ....others cant stand them.....
3. Even though .....they were short of money..., they went on holiday
anyway.
4. In spite of....having been warned...., we were disappointed
5. "He probably gets on well with everyyone
"On the contrary, ..most people dont like him....
6. Some people eat out every week, while others ...hardy eat out at all....
7. The book was very long, but .....I ejoyed every page.......
8. On the one hand, I love little children. On the other hand, ...I wouldnt
like to teach them....
