Linking Expressions


1	Studying abroad is a great opportunity. .......... the other hand, you might find yourself getting homesick.
		By
		In
		On



2	He did hardly any work before the exam. .........., he managed to pass.
		Although
		Nevertheless
		Despite



3	Life in a big city is more stressful than the country. .......... it can also be expensive.
		Further
		Addition
		Moreover



4	Some people have said the play is boring. .......... the contrary, I found it absolutely fascinating
		On
		In
		At



5	The law regarding dangerous driving has been changed. As a/an .......... , more people are going to prison.
		effect
		result
		outcome



6	The company is making a number of changes. In other .......... it seems that there are going to be a number of job losses.
		words
		ways
		sayings



7	She bumped into her ex-boyfriend in the street, .......... all her efforts to avoid him.
		through
		spite
		despite



8	The team played well in the first half. In .........., during the second half they completely lost control of the game.
		contrary
		contrast
		context