Contrasting Ideas

_____ it rained a lot, we enjoyed our holiday.

• So

• Because

• Although

The house isn't very nice. I like the garden, _____

• although.

• even though.

• though.

There are three empty rooms. ____, we can't use any of them.

• However

• Even if

• But

• So

I like living in the city. My parents, ____, prefers the countryside.

• on the other hand

• although

• even if

• unless

_____ Indonesia has rich natural resources, the majority of the people cannot meet their daily needs.

• although

• despite

• in spite of

• nevertheless

Though ______, Awan managed to give an excellent presentation.

• it has been shown to be safe

• he is normally quite shy and sometimes inarticulate

• his skills in English are great

• having excellent skills in the job category they were trying to fill

Even though I looked in every drawer, _______.

• my keys were under the bed.

• my roommate helped me look for my keys.

• I couldn't find my keys

• I found them at last.

They didn't eat much _____________ they were hungry.

• so

• although

• but

• however

____________ you don't feel thirsty, drink water during the day.

• Despite

• Even though

• In spite of

• However

Which of the following transitions show a contrast in thoughts?

• even though

• so

• On the other hand

• but