LINKING WORDS (2): although / despite / in spite of / even so / even though

B1, B2 Grammar Exercise

1. Even so / Even though we worked very hard, we just couldn’t finish the project on time.

2. It was pretty cold and cloudy at the beach. Even so / Even though, we enjoyed ourselves.

3. Don’t call me at work this afternoon provided / unless it’s absolutely necessary.

4. You can go to the concert provided / unless you’ve done all your schoolwork first.

5. Georgina passed her driving test despite / in spite the fact she was very nervous.

6. The airport remained open in spite / despite of the severe winds and torrential rain. Flights were temporarily suspended although / though.

7. I’m going to finish this report, however / even if I have to stay up all night to do so.

8. The reviews for the film aren’t great, but even if /even so, I want to see it.

9. By / On the one hand I’d love to go on holiday with my cousin but by / on the other hand I should be saving money for a new car.

10. The train was very crowded. We managed to find a seat, although / however.

Answers

1. Even though
2. Even so
3. unless
4. provided
5. despite
6. in spite; though
7. even if
8. even so
9. On / on (‘by the hand’ doesn’t exist)
10. however

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