Connect the ideas in two different ways using the linkers in the brackets. 

1. Social media helps us stay connected / it can lead to feelings of isolation. (although / however)

2. The movie received very poor reviews / it became a huge box-office success. (despite the fact / while)

3. Eating healthy can be more expensive / it is much better for your long-term health. (although / despite)

4. Working from home offers great flexibility / it can be difficult to separate work and personal life. (while / however)

5. It was raining heavily all morning / they decided to go for a run in the park. (despite / although)

6. Learning a new language is a long and difficult process / it opens up many career opportunities. (while / however)

7. He practiced the piano for three hours every day / he still felt nervous before the concert. (despite the fact / although)

8. Electric cars are becoming more popular / they are still too expensive for many families. (although / however)