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Choose the correct linking expressions.
Many people think that the best way to reduce deaths from smoking is to ban smoking in public places.
, it is not as simple as that. There are several reasons why I do not consider this approach to be suitable. , banning activities often increases their popularity by making them seem more exciting. , most smoking takes place in the privacy of people's homes and would not be affected by the ban. a ban on smoking would make extra demands on the police.
the ideas behind banning smoking in public places are good, an alternative approach needs to be taken. In my opinion, schools should lead the way in discussing the harmful effects of smoking not only on the smokers themselves but on others around them. , parents need to support these efforts by encouraging their children to understand the negative aspects of smoking. If we adopted these measures, I believe fewer people would take up smoking .
To some extent, these things are already happening. further efforts are needed.
Fill in the gaps with the linking expressions.
1. Regular exercise increases the blood flow to your heart and keeps your heart healthy. , it provides you with a general sense of well-being.
2. In times of recession, people stop spending, which can have serious consequences for the economy. , poor sales can lead to closures of some businesses.
3. In this talk, I will outline several possible reasons for melting polar ice caps. , it could be because of climate change. Another reason could be ...
4. These days, many famous musicians are getting involved in political causes. , famous actors are often seen on television promoting some charity or other.
5. Pets can have a calming effect on their owners. , having a pet can increase stress due to the demands made on the owner to look after the pet properly.
6. Some people believe that we have too many public holidays, I believe they are a good idea it is important to find time to celebrate traditions.
7. In my city, there are too many cars on the road and there are always traffic jams. , it is difficult for people to judge how long their journeys will take.
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The head of my department called an emergency meeting so I had to cancel all of my afternoon appointments. (because)
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
It is now much cheaper to rent a DVD at home so fewer people are going to the cinema these days. (due to)
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The cost of basic foods has risen because petrol prices increased last month. (As a result)
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Although there are over 30 girls on this course, the boys still outnumber the girls by two to one. (but)
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Although there are some advantages to the pace of modern life, it also has its disadvantages. (However)
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The numbers of red deer in the wild increased slightly in the 1980s, although the increase was not sufficient to take them off the endangered species list. (in spite of)
Rewrite these sentences using the words given without changing their meanings.
Water in the Cau River becomes brown and has a terrible smell because the wastewater is released from the paper mill in Thai Nguyen City. (so)
Complete the second sentence using the word given that has the same meaning to the first.
Jim came to the show late. He could see the main part of the show. (ALTHOUGH)
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
The function of pain is to warn the individual of danger so he can take action to avoid more serious damage.
Choose the sentence CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
David was narrowly defeated and blew his own chance of becoming a champion.
Nowadays, Tan Chau artisans can produce silk of multiple colors ______ they can meet customers’ demands.
He keeps turning on all the electronic devices even when there is no one in the house. _____, the electricity bill goes up.
My family went to Africa _____ we wanted to know more about the wild animals.
Many companies don't treat their sewage before discharging it into rivers ______ the process takes so much money.