Expressing Contrast

Expressing contrast. Choose the correct word for each sentence.

1.

Although/But I like this company, I probably won't work here long.

2.

In spite of / Although their shares are rising, their future is still uncertain.

3.

Kate gave a good presentation, although/despite having very little time to prepare.

4.

This year our earnings are close to $8m, while/still last year they were just $6m.

5.

Whereas/In spite of these candidates all have an MBA, these other ones don't.

6.

I read the book you suggested. I didn't enjoy it, although/though.

Well done! You are doing great! Keep up the good work!

7.

I didn't have much time, but/whereas I managed to visit the whole site.

8.

Nowadays we have very few strikes, but/whereas ten years ago we had a lot.

9.

We weren't sure whether to go ahead with the launch, but we did it still/anyway.

10.

Although/In spite of the delay, we still arrived on time.

Well done! You're almost there!

11.

I didn't manage to close the deal, although/whereas I really tried.

12.

Although/Whereas their share price is falling at the moment, the company is still a good long-term investment.