(U8)Grammar B2: contrast linkers

_____________the car was quite old, it was still very reliable.

• since

• yet

• although

• while

I'm not going out tonight. _____________, I can see you tomorrow if you want to.

• however

• despite

• In spite

• whereas

We finally decided to travel by plane _________________being very scared of flying.

• despite the fact

• although

• in spite of

• despite that

I'd like to lose some weight _______ I hate dieting.

• as

• despite

• although

• but

It rained a lot _________we have still enjoyed our holiday.

• but

• although

• however

• since

My sister loves playing computer games, _____________ I love doing sport.

• despite

• while

• although

• however

My twin brother is very good at maths, _____________ I am better at languages.

• since

• whereas

• yet

• as

___________the law, people continue to use mobile phones while driving.

• despite

• in spite

• athough

• whereas

My neighbour is allergic to cats, ________he has one.

• however

• yet

• as

• on the other hand

There was a little chance of success; ______________ they decided to perform he surgery.

• but

• however

• still

• nevertheless