In each sentence in the following exercises, first identify the adverb clause and then identify it as adverb clause of concession or contrast. Here is a sample question answered for you:
Q. He is extremely patient, whereas his brother is rather impulsive.
A. He is extremely patient, whereas his brother is rather impulsive. [Adverb clause of contrast]
If you don’t understand how to classify adverb clauses in these exercises, refer to the post on adverb clause of concession vs. contrast.
Exercise 1
1. Some people enjoy city life, whereas others prefer countryside.
2. Whereas the research team was confident in their groundbreaking findings, the results have not generated the anticipated excitement in the scientific community.
3. While the budget was increased for the project, the final results were underwhelming.
4. While the conference is highly anticipated for its groundbreaking topics, the speaker decided to discuss a mundane subject.
5. The team is focused on short-term goals, while the management is planning long-term.
1. Some people enjoy city life, whereas others prefer countryside. [Adverb clause of contrast]
2. Whereas the research team was confident in their groundbreaking findings, the results have not generated the anticipated excitement in the scientific community. [Adverb clause of concession]
3. While the budget was increased for the project, the final results were underwhelming. [Adverb clause of concession]
4. While the conference is highly anticipated for its groundbreaking topics, the speaker decided to discuss a mundane subject. [Adverb clause of concession]
5. The team is focused on short-term goals, while the management is planning long-term. [Adverb clause of contrast]
Exercise 2
1. Whereas the initial feedback was overwhelmingly positive, subsequent reviews have been critical of the implementation.
2. Whereas the product launch was very well received, the follow-up sales figures have been disappointing.
3. Many people find the novel engaging, whereas others find it quite dull.
4. The new software is user-friendly and intuitive, while the previous version was complex and difficult to navigate.
5. While the coastal town enjoys mild temperatures year-round, the inland city experiences more extreme weather conditions.
1. Whereas the initial feedback was overwhelmingly positive, subsequent reviews have been critical of the implementation. [Adverb clause of concession]
2. Whereas the product launch was very well received, the follow-up sales figures have been disappointing. [Adverb clause of concession]
3. Many people find the novel engaging, whereas others find it quite dull. [Adverb clause of contrast]
4. The new software is user-friendly and intuitive, while the previous version was complex and difficult to navigate. [Adverb clause of contrast]
5. While the coastal town enjoys mild temperatures year-round, the inland city experiences more extreme weather conditions. [Adverb clause of contrast]
