Complete the sentences with the words.

although – became – ’ve become – despite – in spite – started – ’ve started – never

1. I _____ business college two weeks ago.

2. We _____ the creative writing course and we’re really enjoying it so far.

3. This is a useful lesson. We _____ more confident at speaking in front of people.

4. Tanvi _____ a member of the school council last year.

5. I still can’t remember his house _____ I have been there several times.

6. He was very fast _____ of being terribly overweight.

7. My sister has _____ travelled abroad.

8. They arrived late _____ leaving in plenty of time.