→ Because of _________________________________________________.
1. Because of the heavy rain, we couldn’t go to work on time yesterday.
→ Because ____________________________________________________.
2. Because they are not rich, they can’t send their children to school.
→ Because of ___________________________________________________.
3. Because the cost of the tour was too high, we decided not to take it.
→ Because of ___________________________________________________.
4. We can study although it is noisy.
→ In spite of ___________________________________________________.
5. Although she had a bad headache, Mary still finished her test on time.
→ In spite of ___________________________________________________.
6. Although it rained heavily, they went to the cinema.
→ Despite _____________________________________________________.
7. Although he behaved badly, the teacher didn't punish him.
→ Despite _____________________________________________________.
8. Although there was a traffic jam, he still came to the meeting on time.
→ In spite of ___________________________________________________.
9. In spite of his age, Mr. Benson runs seven miles before breakfast.
→ Although ___________________________________________________.
10. Despite the slippery roads, he drove his car today.
→ Although ___________________________________________________.
11. Despite the narrow streets in that city, many people drive cars.
→ Although ___________________________________________________.
12. Sue went out without a coat in spite of the cold weather.
→ Even though ________________________________________________.
13. In spite of his hard work, he couldn't finish the job.
→ Though ____________________________________________________.
