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Discourse markers of addition and contrast

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  • You are late again. __________, you haven't brought your books. (Furthermore/ In contrast)
    Furthermore
  • _______ working as a doctor, he also writes novels in his spare time. (Besides/ On the other hand)
    Besides
  • Isabel apologized several times. ____________, Paul wouldn't speak to her. (However/Also)
    However
  • Roger works very hard to help his parents. ____________, he's a good student. (In addition/ Although)
    In addition
  • Jordi is a careful driver. ___________, he's had several accidents. (Moreover/ However)
    However
  • ___________ we were having difficulties, we felt optimistic. (Even though/ Furthermore)
    Even though
  • He said he had not discussed the matter with her.________, he had not even contacted her. (Furthermore/ However)
    Furthermore
  • The service at this restaurant is excellent. ___________, the food is delicious (In addition/ However)
    In addition
  • I've got too much on at work. ______ my father is not well. (Plus/ Even though)
    Plus
  • Lorena seems to be quite clever. __________ , she often gets low marks. (However/ Furthermore)
    However
  • ___________ two players got red cards, the team won the game. (Additionally/ Even though)
    Even though
  • Rome is a great place to visit. ________, it has got terrible traffic problems. (Nevertheless/What's more)
    Nevertheless
  • I'd love to come. ________, I haven't got the time. (However/ Plus)
    However