The earthquake damaged many houses and bridges; ______, it caused over 2,300 deaths. 

The UK government claims that the economy is improving,  but this survey suggests     .

Plants need water and sunlight to grow well. _____, a healthy body requires a balanced diet. 

Drunk driving used to occur _____, but now it is under control．

 Do you think that bridge               2000 meters long? It doesn’t appear  ______long.