Linkers C1 Advanced Lesson 8

30 years ago almost everyone lived in the countryside ................. nowadays most people live in cities.

• whereas

• even though

• while

................. the poorest 10% have become poorer, the richest 1% are even richer.

• Whereas

• Although

• However

................. aid has increased, famine still exists.

• In spite of

• Despite the fact that

• Even though

A generation ago most doctors were male. ................. today the majority are female.

• In contrast

• While

• However

................. what many people think, discrimination is still common.

• Contrary to

• Whereas

• In spite of

By law all children must attend school. ................. , many still work in the fields.

• Nevertheless

• Despite this

• Although

................. the war is over, the border region is still dangerous.

• In spite of the fact that

• In contrast

• Though

The south of the country is flooded. ................. , the north is suffering from drought.

• Conversely

• Contrary to

• On the other hand