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

4 . 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.

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

9 . 选择填空

besides,apart from, except, except for, in addition(to)

1. There’s a postage and packing fee________ the repair charge.
2. You have nothing to lose, ________some weight.
3. What should Thanksgiving really be about, ________family and friends?
4. ________the occasional visits, Alan does nothing for his uncle.
5. The classrooms were silent, ________the scratching of pens on paper.

10 . 选词填空：besides/except/except for
1. ________her illnesses, she had a particularly happy childhood.
2. Everyone envies him ________me.
3. There are many others ________ me who disagree with you.
4. The shopkeeper has a fantastic car _______ a large house.