Question

Even though it costs less than staying in hotels, family camping has become less popular lately.

In the passage above, how is the transition even though used?


A) To show a contrast
B) To summarize an idea
C) To introduce an idea
D) To show a comparison

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Okay so we can eliminate option D because we aren't comparing since they aren't really comparing two things, rather using one topic and scenario. Then, we can get rid of B and I think we can do this because in the sentence, it seems like they just touched the topic, so we wouldn't really be summarizing. Now for an example of `even though`: Even though they're twins, he likes football more than his brother. So from A and C, which do you think and why?

Answer 3

c

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Hm, do you know why you chose c? Look at the example i gave you again. It may also be helpful to replace the `even though` with a similar phrase such as although, nonetheless, despite the fact.
Try replacing the phrase with "although" and tell me if you still think the same.

Answer 6

a because u are contrasing why it costs less to family camp,.

Answer 7

A

Answer 8

Yeah, so they are contrasting price and popularity of family camping. So although it is cheaper (typically if it's cheaper we'd expect it to be more popular), less people are doing so. So yeah, I'd choose A.) to show contrast.