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In this activity, you will see 10 sentences, each with a blank space.
Your task is to choose the correct answer from three options.
👉 Only one option is correct, so read carefully and choose the best one!
When you select an answer, the system will automatically check it and tell you if your choice is right or wrong.
At the end of the activity, you will get a summary of all your answers,
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Contrast and Addition Connectors: However, Although, and Moreover
In English writing and speaking, connectors are essential tools for linking ideas and making your communication more coherent and fluent. Two common types of connectors are contrast connectors (used to show differences between ideas) and addition connectors (used to add information). Let’s take a closer look at three important ones: however, although, and moreover.
1. However – to introduce contrast
“However” is a conjunctive adverb used to show contrast between two ideas. It’s similar to the Spanish “sin embargo” and is often used to signal that the second idea differs from or contradicts the first.
🧩 Usage:
- Commonly placed at the beginning or middle of a sentence.
- If used at the beginning, it is followed by a comma.
- It can also appear at the end of a sentence for stylistic purposes.
📝 Examples:
- The weather was terrible; however, we went hiking anyway.
- I love chocolate. My brother, however, prefers vanilla.
- They tried their best. It wasn’t enough, however.
2. Although – to express contrast in a subordinate clause
“Although” is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce an opposing or surprising idea. It functions like “aunque” in Spanish and is used to form complex sentences with two parts: the main clause and the subordinate clause.
🧩 Usage:
- “Although” begins the subordinate clause (the part of the sentence that depends on the main idea).
- The idea introduced by “although” often shows something unexpected or contrary to what the main clause says.
📝 Examples:
- Although it was raining, they played soccer outside.
- She passed the exam, although she didn’t study much.
- Although he’s very young, he has a lot of experience.
3. Moreover – to add information
“Moreover” is a formal addition connector that means “in addition” or “furthermore.” It is used to add extra information that supports or strengthens the previous statement. In Spanish, it is equivalent to “además.”
🧩 Usage:
- Usually placed at the beginning of a sentence or after a comma if used in the middle.
- Adds emphasis, often used in essays, presentations, or formal writing.
📝 Examples:
- The book is informative. Moreover, it’s very entertaining.
- She is not only smart but also very kind. Moreover, she volunteers at a local shelter.
- It was cold outside. Moreover, it started to snow.
✅ Summary Chart
| Connector | Function | Position in Sentence | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| However | Contrast | Beginning / middle / end | It was late; however, we stayed. |
| Although | Contrast (subordinate) | Start of dependent clause | Although tired, he kept running. |
| Moreover | Addition | Beginning / middle / end | The movie was long. Moreover, it was boring. |
🎯 Why Use These Connectors?
Using connectors like however, although, and moreover helps your writing:
- Flow more naturally
- Be more logically organized
- Communicate complex relationships between ideas
They are especially useful in essays, academic writing, arguments, and formal emails.