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Article excerpt · target grammar marked

Buckeridge found a stark contrast between his two cities. Whereas Paris encouraged experimentation, New York demanded commercial results. Despite a rough first year, he adapted and rose to director level.

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whereas / while

Use whereas or while to contrast two different subjects in one sentence. Paris valued creativity, whereas New York prioritised profit.

however

Use however at the start of a new sentence to contrast with the previous idea. The budget was tight. However, the design won an award.

despite / in spite of

Use despite or in spite of followed by a noun phrase or -ing form. Despite his rough first year, he adapted quickly.

Common error

Despite he had no French... ✗ → Despite having no French... ✓ — never despite + subject + verb

01Exercise 1 — Form · Write the Correct Form

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1.The French approach was experimental, the US model was driven by financial targets.

2.He had no contacts in New York. , he found work within a few months.

3. the high cost of living, Buckeridge chose to remain in Brooklyn.

4.Snarkitecture was a small studio, Scau employed dozens of architects across multiple departments.

5.The Portals Collection uses reclaimed maple. , most commercial furniture uses cheaper engineered wood.

6. founding Studio Bucky only recently, he has already completed international projects.

02Exercise 2 — Transform

rewrite with the new structure

1.Buckeridge worked in Paris first. Then he moved to New York. (combine with 'before')

2.New York is energetic. It lacks a social safety net. (combine with 'although')

3.He had a rough first year. He adapted successfully. (rewrite with 'despite')

4.The Pompidou seemed alien. It now feels natural. (combine with 'whereas')

03Exercise 3 — About You

in your notebook

Personalise: complete five sentences about yourself using the target grammar.

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