B a statement that mentions both sides of the issue C arguments for the topic D a personal opinion E general or factual comments on the topic F arguments against the topic 6 Underline two sentences which express concession the model essay. 7 Choose the correct option to complete the sentenc expressing concession. 1 Although / Despite there are numerous pluses to rural life, there are also considerable minuses. 2 Even though / Despite life in the country can be quiet, there is usually a strong sense of community smaller villages. 3 For those who love the outdoors, there is plenty to do in the countryside in spite of / although the lack clubs, galleries and cinemas. 4 Although / Despite the air is clean and the noise minimal, there is little entertainment in the country 5 Finally, country life allows for clean and healthy livin close to nature despite / even though the distance from the amenities of the city.