1. Mary tried to keep calm although she was very disappointed.
à Despite ________________________________________
2. Even though it was raining heavily, the explorers decided to continue their journey.
à In spite of ________________________________________
3. Despite his ability to do the job, he was not offered the position.
à Although ________________________________________
5. Although Tom was a poor student, he studied very well.
à In spite of ________________________________________
6. Although he often tells lies, the headmaster believes him.
à In spite of ________________________________________
9. Although there was a big storm, they decided to leave home.
à In spite of ________________________________________
10. Tom was admitted to the university although his grades were bad.
à Despite ________________________________________
11. Although she has a physical handicap, she has become a successful woman.
à Despite ________________________________________
12. In spite of his good salary, Tom gave up his job.
à Although ________________________________________
13. Though he had not finished the paper, he went to sleep.
à In spite of ________________________________________
14. In spite of the high prices, my daughter insists on going to the movies.
à Even though ________________________________________
15. In spite of her dislike for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm.
à Although ________________________________________
16. He couldn’t earn enough money for living although he worked hard.
à Despite ________________________________________
17. Although Jane wrote for the tickets, she still had to stand in line.
à In spite of ________________________________________
18. We get a good room though we didn’t phone the hotel.
à Despite ________________________________________
19. She was admitted to the university in spite of her low grades.
à Although ________________________________________
20. Despite the terrible food, he still eats in that restaurant.
à Although ________________________________________
21. We did the test well though it was difficult.
à In spite of ________________________________________
22. The flight was not delayed though it was foggy.
à Despite ________________________________________
23. He ate all the fruits though they were green.
à Whatever ________________________________________
24. Although he is talented, no one likes him.
à In spite of ________________________________________
25. He studied very well though his life was hard at that time.
à In spite of ________________________________________
26. He ate the chocolate cake even though he was on diet.
à Despite ________________________________________
27. Mr. Pike doesn’t wear glasses though he is over sixty.
à In spite of ________________________________________
28. Although it rain heavily, I went to school on time.
à Despite ________________________________________
