Exploring Linkers of Contrast in English

The video tutorial discusses various linkers of contrast, such as 'but', 'even though', 'although', 'though', 'however', 'nevertheless', 'in spite of', and 'despite'. It explains their usage in linking contrasting ideas, emphasizing their importance in writing and formal presentations. The tutorial highlights the differences in formality and placement within sentences, providing examples for clarity.

What example is used to introduce the concept of expressing the same idea in multiple ways?

• A bird flying in the sky

• A dog running in the park

• A cat not getting wet in the rain

• A fish swimming in the sea

Why is it useful to learn more linkers of contrast?

• To confuse the reader

• To make conversations longer

• For writing and formal presentations

• To make speech more informal

Which linker is used to link two contrasting ideas in the middle of a sentence?

• So

• Or

• And

• But

What is the main difference between 'even though' and 'although'?

• 'Even though' is more formal

• 'Although' is used at the end of a sentence

• 'Even though' is slightly more emphatic

• There is no difference

Which linker is more informal?

• Despite

• Though

• Nevertheless

• However

Where do we usually place 'however' and 'nevertheless' in a sentence?

• At the end

• In the middle

• At the beginning

• Anywhere

What should always follow 'however' or 'nevertheless'?

• A period

• An exclamation mark

• A comma

• A semicolon

Which pair of linkers are synonyms?

• 'But' and 'Though'

• 'However' and 'But'

• 'Although' and 'However'

• 'In spite of' and 'Despite'

How can 'in spite of' and 'despite' be used in a sentence?

• At the end

• Only at the beginning

• Only in the middle

• At the beginning or in the middle

What is a common structure for using 'in spite of' and 'despite'?

• 'In spite of' or 'Despite' plus an adverb

• 'In spite of' or 'Despite' plus a verb

• 'In spite of' or 'Despite' plus an adjective

• 'In spite of' or 'Despite' plus a noun