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C1.2 LINKERS - PART 3

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    Rewrite the sentences using one of the linkers in brackets. Only one of the two linkers is correct.
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  • Although the Americans spend the most on healthcare, they don´t have the world´s best system. (even so, whereas)
    The Americans spend the most on healthcare. Even so, they don´t have the world´s best system.
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  • The Cubans emphasise prevention of illness. In contrast, the Americans emphasise treatment of illness. (as a result, whereas)
    The Cubans emphasise prevention of illness whereas the Americans emphasise treatment of illness.
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  • Cuba is a relatively poor country. Consequently, it makes sense for its government to focus on prevention as this is cheaper. (although, since)
    Since Cuba is a relatively poor country, it makes sense for its government to focus on prevention as this is cheaper.
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  • While I was reading the article, I realised that while spending a lot of money on healthcare is probably a good idea, it doesn´t necessarily lead to the best results. (furthermore, even though)
    While I was ..., I realised that even though spending a lot of money on healthcare is probably a good idea, it doesn´t necessarily lead to the best results.
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  • If the government doesn´t improve healthcare, people will continue to die unnecessarily and the current approach is also a waste of money. (furthermore, otherwise)
    If the government doesn´t improve healthcare, people will continue to die unnecessarily. Furthermore, the current approach is also a waste of money.
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