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103.1 Choose items from (i) and from (ii) to complete these sentences in an appropriate way. Note the
punctuation at the ends of the sentences and phrases already given. (A & B)

when though the acting was superb he was working as a librarian
at that time I was still late for work we met each other
before by contrast he began his story the snow began to fall
then nevertheless Cuba has increased production by 35%

1 The world output of sugar has been in slow decline since 1984. By contrast, Cuba, lias
Increased, production by 35^.
2 Redford published his first novel in 1968.
3 The story told in the film was predictable,
4 He was working in the garden
5 We had lived in the same block of flats for 5 years
6 I got up very early.
7 He waited until the audience was silent.
103.2 Underline the correct alternative. (A, B & C)

1 Some of his photographs had won prizes in competitions. So that I Consequently, he
thought of himself as a professional photographer.
2 She listened while I at the same time Ray read to her in a low voice.
3 The graphics in that new computer game I bought are quite good. Even so, I Even though, I
soon got bored with playing it.
4 Mr Townsend was on holiday so I in consequence he wasn't considered.
5 He was refused entry to the country. Though I Instead he was forced to return to Spain.
6 I understand your point of view. However, I Although I don't agree with it.
7 Even so, I Even though I knew the house was empty, I rang the doorbell.
8 It was the best race seen in the stadium before that I since Howe beat Razak in 1989.
9 John had lived in the village for 20 years. Even though I Nevertheless the locals still
considered him an outsider.
10 The car skidded to a halt as I meanwhile we were approaching the bridge.
11 He has lived next door to us for years, yet I however we hardly ever see him.
12 They met for tea at a cafe in New Street and afterwards I since they went shopping.
13 I walked up the stairs cautiously. Even so I Even though I nearly fell twice.
14 We all sat there gloomily, meanwhile I while Stuart smiled to himself.
15 I first saw Sam Moroney in Manchester. After I After that, I didn't miss any of his British
concerts.
103.3 Use your own ideas to complete the sentences. Begin However + adjective/adverb/many/much.
(D)
1 However ..^<*-..J?.?:..fl*sfie<l, he just couldn't get the door open.
2 We are unlikely ever to find a cure for the common cold, however
3 However , it's always possible to improve.
4 I never get tired of listening to Beethoven's 5th Symphony, however

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