Expressing Contrast

I know I have to study harder.

....., I always find more interesting thing to do.

• although

• nevertheless

• in spite of

..... she tried to get on time, the film had already started when she got there.

• although

• nevertheless

• in spite of

...... the bad weather, Alice went to the beach.

• although

• nevertheless

• in spite of

Studying is important.

......, teenagers also need some free time.

• however

• even though

• in spite of

Sometimes teens have to work after school ...... they are only able to work a few hours.

• however

• even though

• despite

...... we did all the job, they enjoyed themselves.

• whereas

• where

• when

I am poor, ...... my sisters are very rich.

• whereas

• although

• when

You think you are clever; ......., I assure that you are very foolish.

• in spite of

• although

• on the contrary

Nuclear power is relatively cheap.

......, you could argue that it's not safe.

• though

• on the other hand

• despite

Kelly was convicted criminal, ...... many people admired him.

• despite

• yet

• so