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6 Combine the sentences using although or even though. Put the surprising information in the
main clause. Add a comma if necessary.
1. The lava was hot. The scientist picked it up.
Even though the lava was hot, the scientist picked it up .
2. Erica looked everywhere. She couldn’t find her book.
Even though .
3. I am tired. I’m going to go to the gym.
Although .
4. The book was useful. It was very old.
even though .
5. Marsha likes her new apartment. It’s very small.
even though .
6. I went to bed early last night. I’m tired today.
Although .
7. Mark didn’t pass his math test. He studied hard.
even though .
8. The movie was exciting. A lot of people left early.
Although .
PRACTICE
7 Match the beginning of each sentence in Column A with the correct ending in Column B.
Column A Column B
1. I visited Australia because g a. we were tired.
2. We went on a hike even though b. it’s a dangerous place to swim.
3. Although Nanette brought her camera, c. it wasn’t very long.
4. Since the river is so fast, d. we didn’t enjoy our walk.
5. Joe returned from vacation early because e. the food isn’t expensive.
6. Although the restaurant is famous, f. he was sick.
7. I didn’t finish the book even though g. my favorite cousin lives there.
8. Because it was raining, h. she didn’t take any photos.
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