Ex1
1 Although
2 in spite of
3 Although
4 In spite of
5 In spite of
6 In spite of
7 In spite of
8 In spite of
Ex2
1 She didn't eat much despite the fact that she was hungry
2 Despite the fact that he had much experience in machinery, he didn't succeed in repairing this machine
3 We did the test well in spite of the fact that it was difficult
4 Despite the fact that he is strong, I'm not afraid of him
5 The plane took off despite the fact that the weather was bad
6 Despite the fact that his English was good, he wasn't chosen
7 Despite the fact that the streets are narrow, many people drive in this city
8 Despite the fact that there is much noise in the room, he can concentrate on the lesson
9 He ate the chocolate despite the fact that he was on diet
10 He studies very well despite the fact that his life was hard at that time