3 . It is no use paying much attention to these two words, because there is no difference between them ________ in spelling.

A．except for

B．except

C．besides

D．but

5 . Read the letters again and then use the connectors in the box to rewrite the sentenced below.

as a result             besides            for instance          that is to say

1. Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents’ budget. They should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas.
2. Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. They may feel lonely and miss their families.
3. Studying abroad will give students a good education. It also helps them to gain a global perspective.
4. Global development strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world. Young people with language skills and strong cultural awareness are needed.

7 . ______ the disagreements we have on some issues, we’re always the best friends, supporting and caring about each other all the time.

A．Except

B．Besides

C．With

D．Despite

8 . Some people choose jobs for other reasons____________(besides) money these days.