Exercises C1 : use Argumentative vocabulary in English (answers)

These exercises are based on the course content focusing on complex logical connectors in English. Practice expressing concession, condition, and consequence with the precision expected at C1 level.

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Exercice 1 — Choose the Right Connector

Select the most appropriate argumentative connector to complete each sentence correctly.

1. ___ the evidence strongly supports renewable energy, many governments continue to invest in fossil fuels.
2. The policy will only succeed ___ all stakeholders commit to transparent cooperation from the outset.
3. The budget cuts were severe; ___, the research team managed to publish three groundbreaking studies.
4. The new regulation is so restrictive ___ several leading companies have already announced plans to relocate abroad.

Correction

1. Even though the evidence strongly supports renewable energy, many governments continue to invest in fossil fuels.
2. The policy will only succeed provided that all stakeholders commit to transparent cooperation from the outset.
3. The budget cuts were severe; nonetheless, the research team managed to publish three groundbreaking studies.
4. The new regulation is so restrictive that several leading companies have already announced plans to relocate abroad.

Exercice 2 — Match Connectors to Their Function

Match each sentence on the left with the logical function it expresses on the right.

1. Much as I respect her expertise, I cannot agree with her conclusion.
2. Should the negotiations fail, the trade agreement will be rendered void.
3. The data was so compelling that the committee reversed its initial decision.
4. As long as citizens remain engaged, democracy can function effectively.

Correction

1. Much as I respect her expertise, I cannot agree with her conclusion. — This sentence expresses concession, acknowledging a positive quality while introducing an opposing stance.
2. Should the negotiations fail, the trade agreement will be rendered void. — This sentence expresses condition, presenting a hypothetical situation and its outcome.
3. The data was so compelling that the committee reversed its initial decision. — This sentence expresses consequence, showing the result of a particular degree or intensity.
4. As long as citizens remain engaged, democracy can function effectively. — This sentence expresses condition, specifying the requirement under which the main claim holds true.

Exercice 3 — Complete the Argumentative Passage

Fill in each blank with the correct argumentative connector from the course vocabulary on concession, condition, and consequence.

1. ___ digital technology has undeniably transformed education, access to quality devices remains deeply unequal across regions.
2. The reform will be effective ___ it is accompanied by adequate funding and sustained political commitment.
3. Public trust in institutions has eroded to such an extent ___ even well-intentioned policies are met with widespread skepticism.
4. The arguments in favour of the proposal are compelling; ___, the long-term financial risks cannot be overlooked.

Correction

1. While digital technology has undeniably transformed education, access to quality devices remains deeply unequal across regions.
2. The reform will be effective only if it is accompanied by adequate funding and sustained political commitment.
3. Public trust in institutions has eroded to such an extent that even well-intentioned policies are met with widespread skepticism.
4. The arguments in favour of the proposal are compelling; however, the long-term financial risks cannot be overlooked.