concessive clause

Rewrite the sentences without changing their meanings. Use the words in brackets.

1.Although the weather was bad, she went to her English class on time. (IN SPITE OF)

Ivy was able to get a high mark in spite of the difficult English test. (EVEN THOUGH)

3. Bob is excited to learn a new language despite speaking three languages already. (THOUGH)

4. I couldn’t find much information about the topic although I did lots of research. (IN SPITE OF)

5. Though we use our English-learning apps, we prefer our English lessons at school. (DESPITE)

6. Late doesn’t feel confident about her speaking skills despite being the top student in her English class. (ALTHOUGH)

1                   we have more advanced technology, we still prefer to meet with our relatives face to face at our homes.

• However                  

•              Even though       

•                Whereas

2                   people in big cities enjoy improved living conditions, they also complain about the lack of green spaces.

• Despite

• However

• whereas

                  Việt Nam’s economic growth has quickly increased, family values have not changed much.

• Although                                        

•           Whereas                            

• Despite    

4                   the number of foreign restaurants in Vietnam’s cities today, the Vietnamese still prefer their traditional cuisine.

• However                  

• Whereas                              

• Despite