Contrast Clause Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: 9-10.1.B

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When we are writing pieces that requires some controversy, I often will employ the use of a contrast clause to kick things off. This is when you make two statements within the same sentence that scratch against one another. A unique sentence pattern is created by using this sentence pattern. They will often be referred to as concessive clauses. These worksheets will help students learn the grammar and mechanics behind the use of contrast clauses in their writing.

Contrast Clause Worksheets:

Expressing Contrast – The words below all express contrast. They are used in sentences to show when the second point in a sentence contradicts the first.

Words that Express Contrast – The words below all express contrast. They are used to introduce the dependent clauses of sentences to show when the information in the dependent clause contradicts the independent clause.

Despite, In Spite Of – The words despite and in spite of must be followed by a noun phrase or a verb ending in -ing.

Despite vs. Whereas – The words despite and whereas both express contrast within a sentence, but they are not interchangeable.

Black and White – Choose the correct word to complete each sentence.

Writing With Contrast Clauses – Rephrase the sentences using the words in parentheses.

Halfway Done – Complete each sentence.

Connectors – Fill in the blank with an appropriate contrast connector.

Connectors for Contrast – Choose the best word to complete each sentence. You may use a word more than once.

Two in one place. – Choose a contrast connector to complete each sentence.

Sugar Intake – Choose an appropriate word or phrase to complete each sentence.

Clue Me In! – Rephrase the sentences using the words in parentheses.

Write Me Something – Write a paragraph about an issue going on at your school. Make sure you represent multiple sides of the issue. Use at least ten contrast clauses in your paragraph.

Three Originals – Rephrase the sentences using the words in parentheses.

Where Do I Stand? – Choose an appropriate word or phrase to complete each sentence.

How to Contrast Clauses


A clause is an integral element of the language. It is known as an essential part of the sentence that contains a verb. The clause contains a subject and a predicate. A predicate is a verb phrase mostly that describes or modifies the subject. A contrast clause is a part of the sentence that differs from the first clause of the sentence. It uses two parts of a sentence that are interrelated but contrast from each other. Words like although, though, even though, despite, in spite of, etc help a lot in the formation of contrasting clauses.


When to Use Although, Even Though, And Though?


Most people believe that these words even though, although, and though have a similar meaning. They have slight differences in meaning. They are used similarly in the contrasting clauses but the choice of selection should depend on the meaning of the sentence. These words come after a clause. This means that these words will come after a subject and a verb. These words can either be used at the beginning of the sentence or in the middle. The connector "even though" is much stronger than "although. It should be used when you want the reader to emphasize more. The connector though" is only used in the middle. It is informal than the other two words.


Examples


Here are some examples of the contrast clauses.


Even though I had a headache, I went to the gathering.


Although my bank account is empty, I go out with buddies.


I love to cook food, though I don't usually get the time.


In spite of being 70, she walks and jogs every day.


Despite her mobile, he spends time with family every day.


In spite of the fact that he is ill, he never misses a chance to eat unhealthily.


Despite the fact that she doesn't know french, she interacts and talks with the native speakers.