Connectors of Contrast

EXAMPLES
 Connectors of Contrast

1 FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH A SUITABLE CONTRAST CONNECTOR

(WHEREAS, BUT, ALTHOUGH, HOWEVER, DESPITE, IN SPITE OF, ON THE
OTHER HAND)

1. We couldn’t find a house to buy _______________we looked at quite a few.  

2. This restaurant has a good reputation, ______________ that one does not. 

3. _____________ Andrew was warned of the risks, he decided to travel alone to South America. 

4. He is quiet and shy, _________________ his sister is lively and talkative 

5. You won’t be forgiven ___________________ your apology. 

6. Zambia is a land- locked country, ____________ Kenya has a coastline.  

7. He always looks so lonely and sad ____________ his popularity.  

2. CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER.

1. They managed it ____ I wasn't there. 

A. Although 

B. Despite 

C. However 

2. It was good, ____ expensive. 

A. Athough 

B. Despite 

C. Either could be used here. 

3. She went out ____ the fact that it was raining. 

A. Although 

B. Despite 

C. Either could be used here. 

 
4. ____ I was late, the others were all on time. 

A. Although 

B. However 

C. Despite 

5. She went out ____ the rain. 

A. Although 

B. Despite 

C. Either could be used here. 

6. I was late. _____, the others were all on time. 

A. Although 

B. However 

C. Despite