Answers to Contrasting Linkers

Exercise 1
1. However, there was a slight improvement in July.
2. the Government is proposing several measures to help people back to work.
3. there has been no talk of redundancies yet.
4. Nevertheless, young people are still worried about university fees.
5. the sales department did not receive any bonuses.
6. On the other hand, 25% of 14-15 year olds admitted to taking up smoking.
7. it is believed that they have a poorer quality of life.

Exercise 2
[pattern 1 only]
Nevertheless

Although [both]

Despite [both]

However [pattern 1 only]

Even though [both]

On the other hand [pattern 1 only]

In spite of [both]

Exercise 3

1. Even though
2. However
3. On the other hand
4. Despite
5. Nevertheless
6. In spite of

Exercise 4
Suggested answers

1. … he has worked his way to the top of the company.

2. … the CEO has refused to increase salaries above inflation.
3. … I would miss my family terribly if I moved to America.
4. … they can cause students a lot of stress and anxiety.
5. … politicians are still urging us to be optimistic.
6. … my first priority is to find a good job.
7. … I think it is time for him to step down and retire.