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Contrast
There are several ways we can speak about Contrast.
1. Though
Though it was raining, we went for a walk.
We went for a walk though it was raining.
2. Although
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
We went for a walk although it was raining.
3. Even Though
Even though it was raining, we went for a walk.
We went for a walk even though it was raining.
4. However
Michael is careful. Alexis, however, is lazy.
We all smiled at each other; however none of us were feeling happy.
I did well at the interview. However, I didn’t get the job.
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4. Even if (Bahkan jika)
Even if you run, you’ll still be late.
She’s leaving the company, even if they give her a promotion.
Even if they are tired, they keep practice for next Basketball competition
6. yet (Namun)
Yet, I must admit that he is smarter than most guys around my age.
She always get an A on her mathematics, yet her passion is language
7. But (tetapi)
It's very strange, but I like it.
I want to lose weight, but I hate diets.
Michael is rich, but Alexis is poor.
10. Nevertheless (Namun demikian)
The place was so beautiful; nevertheless, we did not want to spend our
holiday in here.
They lost the game; nevertheless, they continued to play.
It is a very crowded city. Nevertheless, thousands of migrants come to the
city each year.
Stinky was an old group music. Nevertheless, I like listening to their songs.
11. Whereas (Sedangkan)
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I like tennis, while my brother prefers bowling.
Chicken meat is white, whereas cow meat is red.
He loves foreign holidays, whereas his wife prefers to stay at home.
8. in spite of/ Despite (Meskipun)
Despite having sensitive teeth, she went liked ice cream.
Kate went to the carnival despite the hot weather.
Despite the rain, we went for a walk.
In spite of the pain in his leg, he completed the marathon.
In spite of the rain, we went for a walk.
9. Despita the fact that / In spite of the fact that (Terlepas dari kenyataan bahwa)
Our plane arrived on time in spite of the fact that it left 30 minutes late.
We won the game despite the fact that we had two fewer players.
In spite of the fact that he studied very hard, he still didn’t pass the exam.
12. Unlike/ In contrast to (tidak seperti)
Unlike Michael, who is clever, Alexis is lazy.
In contrast to her brother, she has a bad attitude.
She is very friendly, unlike her sister.
She is very friendly, In contrast to her sister.
13. On the other hand (Di sisi lain)
My husband likes classical music, on the other hand, like all kinds.
Nuclear power is relatively cheap. On the other hand, you
could argue that it's not safe.
Michael is rich. Alexis, on the other hand, is poor.
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QUIZ 1
1. ……… the price of gold rises sharply, people keep buying it.
A. However
B. Even though
C. On the other hand
2. Some studies suggest that coffee is healthy food with its abundance of
antioxidants. ……… other studies highlight the negative side effect of caffeine on
our bodies.
A. despite
B. in spite of
C. Whereas
3. ……… the bad weather, he still chooses to go by air plane.
A. Although
B. Despite
C. While
4. Yossi continued playing game ……… he heard his mother calling.
A. Although
B. Despite
C. However
5. ……… I had free time tomorrow, I wouldn't want to go to the beach because it's
too cold outside
A. Even if
B. However
C. In contrast to
6. There are three empty rooms. ………, we can't use any of them.
A. However
B. Even if
C. Nevertheless
7. Bill likes to stay up late night. ……… today he has to get up early in the morning.
A. Even if
B. However
C. On the other hand
8. Tomy will wake up late ……… he goes to bed early.
A. Even if
B. However
C. On the other hand
9. Her grandfather is 73 years old, ……… he still runs 5 kilometers everyday.
A. but
B. while
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C. despite
10. ……… he is very angry, he is still smiling.
A. Despite
B. Whereas
C. Even though
11. ……… Alexandra runs as fast as he can, he will still be late.
A. Despite
B. Even if
C. However
12. My whole family eats meat, ……… I am a vegetarian..
A. whereas
B. though
C. despite
13. ……… it was raining, we still enjoyed the concert.
A. In spite of
B. Despite
C. Although
14. ……… he said he told the truth, I didn't believe him.
A. In spite of
B. Despite
C. Although
15. I want to buy some drink, ……… I have no money.
A. in spite of
B. despite
C. but
QUIZ 2
1. ........ his injury, Messy still scored three goals.
A. However
B. Despite
C. Although
2. She walked home by herself, ...... she knew that it was dangerous.
A. Although
B. In spite off
C. Nonetheless
3. The flight was delayed. ........., I still arived on time
A. Although
B. Even though
C. Nevertheless
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4. ........Kevin was tired, He still came to classes.
A. Even though
B. However
C. Nevertheless
5. _____ he's been really ill lately, he insists on going into work.
A. Even though
B. Even if
C. Even when
6. She decided to travel by plane, ______ being very afraid of flying.
A. in spite of
B. despite the fact
C. although
7. I've had dinner. _______, I'm still hungry.
A. Despite the fact
B. In spite of
C. However
8. _______ the car was quite old, it was still very reliable.
A. Despite
B. In spite of
C. Although
9. _______ of the bad weather, they decided to have a picnic.
A. Despite
B. In spite
C. Although
10. _______ they had studied, they didn't do well in the test.
A. Despite the fact (that)
B. In spite of
C. However
11. They didn't get married _____ they loved each other very much.
A. however
B. even if
C. even though
12. There are three empty rooms. ..., we can't use any of them.
A. However
B. Even if
C. Neverthless
13. Bill likes to stay up late night. ..., today he has to get up early in the morning.
A. Even if
B. However
C. In contrast
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14. Aline thinks that caffeine is bad for her. ..., She drinks coffee every morning
A. Nevertheless
B. Even if
C. Eventhough
15. I like living in the city. My parents, ..., prefers the countryside.
A. On the other hand
B. Although
C. Even if
16. They should try to exercise everyday, ... they don't feel like it
A. Even if
B. However
C. On the other hand
17. Neona is sick. ..., she could sing perfectly.
A. However
B. Even if
18. Anis was tired , .... she went on working for her family.
A. However
B. Even if
C. On the other hand
19. I am fond of volleyball; ...., my brother is enthusiastic about playing football.
A. On the other hand
B. However
20. I love my job. I wouldn't change jobs .... the salary was higher.
A. On the other hand
B. Even if
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