Linking words

Matching exercise

Match the items on the right to the items on the left.
1. We started the trip ... the rain.
2. It seems like a good idea, I don't think it'll work, ... .
3. Indonesia has a lot of natural resources, ... Singapore has none.
4. The man fell off the horse. ..., he wasn't hurt.
5. It was chilly ... it was June.
6. ... the rush hour, we arrived on time.
7. ... I had a headache, I still went to the meeting.
8. Tom is very good at arts, ... his brother is good at languages.
9. He is rich. ..., he is not happy.
10. ... he didn't use any notes, he made an excellent presentation.
11. I saw the film he recommended. I didn't enjoy it, ... .
12. He didn't get the job ... his qualifications.