9. Comparison and contrast: Transitions

The Japanese economy has been rising _________ the Chinese economy has been decreasing

• although
• whereas
• furthermore
• In addition

Tokyo is an expensive city    Kyoto_______________ is quite cheap.

• but
• while
• on the other hand
• similarly

Japan______ Germany is an economic powers house in its region

• Similar to
• Just as
• and
• compared to

Germany attracts a lot of foreign investment  ________________ of being expensive

• Despite
• Nevertheless
• compared to
• Inspite of

Australian society is a wealthy country, France is _________________ a wealthy country

• and
• In addition
• likewise
• Moreover