It was very difficult to travel to the town 5 years ago. Now people can drive a car or take a bus there. (easily)
People can travel to the town more easily now than they did 5 years ago.
You won’t pass the exam unless you study harder. (if)
If you don’t study harder, you won’t pass the exam.
Although it was raining heavily, they went for a walk in the park.
Despite the heavy rain, they went for a walk in the park.