CLAUSES AND PHRASES SHOWING CONTRAST AND EXCEPTION

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What is a clause?

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A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb. It can express a complete thought.

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What is a phrase?

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A phrase is a group of words that does not contain a subject and a verb. It does not express a complete thought.

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What does 'contrast' mean?

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Contrast means to show the differences between two or more things.

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What does 'exception' mean?

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An exception is something that does not follow a rule or pattern.

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What is the purpose of using 'while' in a sentence?

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'While' is used to show that two things are happening at the same time or to compare two different situations.

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What does 'unlike' indicate in a sentence?

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'Unlike' is used to show a difference between two things.

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What does 'in contrast' mean?

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'In contrast' is used to highlight the differences between two things.

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What does 'except for' mean?

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'Except for' is used to indicate that something is not included.

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What is the function of 'except that' in a sentence?

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'Except that' is used to introduce a statement that makes an exception to what has been said.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'while'.

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While the Italian drinks a lot of coffee, the Japanese prefer tea.