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Task 5: Complete the sentences by filling although/ despite/ however in the gap.
1. ____________ working slowly, he rarely makes mistakes.
2. I do exercises every day. I haven’t lost any weights, ____________.
3. My father tried to lift the box. ____________, it was too heavy.
4. We won the game ____________ having lost two players.
5. I called Jane 4 times. ____________, she didn’t answer me.
6.He wants to be a famous actor. His parents, ____________,
EXERCISE 1: Rewrite the following sentences using “Unless”
1. I won’t go to school if I don’t feel better.
2. Tony will walk to you is you question him.
3. If you don’t put on your overcoat, you’ll be cold.
4. You will fail the exam if you don’t work hard.
5. You’ll get a cold if you don’t keep your feet dry.
6. If I don’t leave now, I’ll miss my flight.
7. If you aren’t going to the party, I won’t go.
8. I can’t send you a postcard if you don’t give me your address.
9. If I won a big prize in a lottery, I’d build a school for the poor.
10. I’ll call the police if you don’t leave me alone.
EXERCISE 2: Rewrite the following sentences using conditional sentences type 2.
1. They are poor, so they can’t help us.
2. He doesn’t do this homework. He is always punished.
3. He doesn’t have enough time. He can’t help me.
4. She doesn’t take any exercise, so she is overweight.
5. He doesn’t have a bicycle, so he always goes to class late.
6. I am bad at English, so I can’t do homework.
7. He doesn’t practise speaking French, so he doesn’t speak it fluently.
8. The meeting can be cancelled because it snows heavily.
9. We don’t go because it will rain.
10. John is fat because he eats so many chips.
EXERCISE 3: Rewrite the following sentences using conditional sentences type 3
1. He didn’t hurry, so he missed the train.
2. We didn’t go because it rained.
3. We got lost because we didn’t have a map.
4. He lost his job because he was late everyday.
5. The dress was so expensive. She could not buy it.
6. Sue felt sick because she ate four cream cakes.
7. My brother left the car keys, so I had to pick him up at the station,
8. We didn’t go on holiday because we didn’t have enough money.
9. He didn’t have the ticket to the game last week. He wasn’t be able to get in.
10. Robert got a bad cough because he started smoking cigarettes.
IV. Circle the best answers ( A, B or C)
1. We adore winter _________ the cold.
A. in spite of B. although C. however
2. She went to bed early_________ she didn’t finish her work.
A. despite B. although C. however
3. _________ the fact that he is 23 years old, he is so childish.
A. in spite B. despite C. however
4. I go to school by bus every day. I don’t like it much, _________.
A. despite B. although C. however
5. _________ Jim owns two cars, he rarely drives to work.
A. despite B. although C. however
6. The athlete completed the race _________ his pain.
A. despite B. although C. nevertheless
7. Jane looks pretty. She, _________, seems to lack personality.
A. despite B. although C. nevertheless
8. _________ we have a slim chance to win, we won’t lose hope.
A. despite B. although C. however
9. _________ of his bad luck, he won the medal.
A. in spite B. despite C. however
10. He is friendly _________ the fact that he’s very famous.
A. despite B. although C. however
Fill “although/ despite/ in spite of” in the blanks.
1. ________________ she has a good look, everybody hates her.
2. Jane seldom sees Jim ______they go to the same school.
3. ________________ her illness, Jane went to work yesterday.
4. ________________ it was chilly outside, we went fishing.
5. ________________ working hard, Peter failed the test.
6. ________________ the difficulties, Sarah managed to solve the problem.
7. My grandfather was very strong __________his old age.
8. The children slept deeply ________________ the noise.
9. ________________ the high salary, Marey refused the job offer.
10. ________________earning a high salary, Sara never wastes her money.
11. I find the film boring________________ many people like it.
12. ________________the bad weather, we went on our school picnic.
13. ________________the congestion, we weren’t late for the meeting.
14. ________________ he’s rich, he is always upset.
15. I couldn’t sleep________________ I was exhausted.
Exercise 1: Complete the sentences using: BECAUSE / BECAUSE OF / ALTHOUGH / IN
SPITE OF
1. ________ a diamond is extremely hard, it can be used to cut glass.
2. ________ the course was difficult, he passed with the highest marks.
3. ________ he was seriously ill, they took them to the hospital.
4. The airport is being built ________ the residents’ objection.
5. My registration was cancelled ________ I didn’t pay my fees on time.
6. The nurse didn’t bring Mr. Hill a glass of water ________ he asked her three times.
7. ________ the fact that the weather was terrible, the flight was delayed.
8. The good were never delivered ________ the promise we had received.
9. The water in most rivers is unsafe to drink ________ it is polluted.
10. The trees were bend over ________ the wind.
11. When Marge heard the loud crash, she ran outside in the snow ________ she wasn’t wearing
any shoes.
12. ________ all our careful plans, a lot of things went wrong.
13. ________ computers offer many advantages, many people use them.
14. ________ his lack of time, he finished the report on time.
15. Cats can’t see red ________ it’s a bright color.
16. Rice grows well here ________ the warm and wet weather.
17. The student arrived late ________ the traffic jam.
18. I didn’t get the job ________ I had all necessary qualifications.
19. ________ the difficulty, they managed to climb to the top of the mountain.
20. John has to sit in the front row in class ________ he has poor eyesight.
21. Mark’s doctor has advised him to exercise regularly ________ he is overweight.
22. ________ his shoes were wet and muddy, Brian walked right into the house and cross the
carpet.
23. I couldn’t get to sleep last night ________ the noise in the next apartment.
24. ________ having very little money, they are happy.
25. It was difficult to deliver the letter ________ the sender had written the wrong address on the
envelope.
26. Louie didn’t iron his shirt ________ it was wrinkled.
27. ________ the flat was rather small, they didn’t buy much furniture.
28. He was unable to complete in the match ________ an ankle injury.
29. The patient is in a stable condition ________ having lost a lot of blood.
30. The accident happened ________ the driver’s carelessness.
31. Colette didn’t go to the dentist ________ she had a toothache.
32. They went on playing the match ________ the bad weather.
33. Eric went on a diet ________ he wanted to lose weight.
34. ________ Jenifer has a high fever, she is going to the doctor.
35. ________ the basketball game was over, the fans stayed in their seats cheering.
36. ________ my clothes were wet from the rain, I didn’t change them.
37. ________ Susan exercises every day, she is in great shape.
38. ________ Nick isn’t tall, he can reach the ceiling by standing on a chair.
39. Foxes can use their noses to find their dinners ________ they have a keen sense of smell.
40. ________ Maya is very intelligent, her parents want to put her in an advanced program at
school.
Exercise 2: ALTHOUGH + S + V đổi thành IN SPITE OF/DESPITE + NOUN/NOUN PHRASE/ V-ING hoặc ngược lại
1. Although the test was difficult, Jack tried to finish it.
2. He took many pictures although the sky was cloudy.
3. Although he is poor, he always leads an honest life.
4. She went on walking although she was terribly tired
5. Although she is an accountant, she never seems to have any money.
6. Although Henry is a millionaire, he hates spending money.
7. Mark went on working although he felt unwell.
8. They slept soundly although the night air was hot.
9. Although she was successful, she felt dissatisfied.
10. Although the boat was full of water, it sailed on.
11. Although the children were poor, they seemed happy.
12. We couldn't get tickets although we queued for an hour.
13. He didn't arrive until 9 o'clock although he promised that he wouldn't be late.
14. Although they have little money, they are very happy.
15. In spite of a heavy snowstorm, the reporters went out to do their tasks.
16. Although Bill took a taxi, he still arrived late for the concert.
17. In spite of his suffering from a bad cold, William still went to school.
19. Although his book was successful, he decided not to write anymore
20. Although he has a very responsible job, he isn’t particularly well-paid.
21. She decided to accept the job despite the low salary.
22. I’m not tired in spite of working hard all day.
23. Although it rained heavily, we still went to school.
24. I didn’t get the job although I had all necessary qualifications.
25. She managed to walk to the next village, despite her injured foot.
26. In spite of his continual failure, he has never been disappointed.
27. In spite of the delay caused by fog, they arrived on time,
28. Despite her dislike for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm.
29. It is still warm although the temperature has dropped.
30. Although he got an English name, he is in fact German.
Exercise 4: Multiple choices
1. He drives to work every day.............. his office is only three minutes walk from his home.
A. so B. because C. although D. because of
2. He recognized her at once............. the fact that he hadn’t seen her for several years.
A. because B. because of C. despite D. even though
3. It rained heavily, so the football match was cancelled.
A. The match was cancelled because of the heavy rain.
B. If it didn’t rain, the match wouldn’t be cancelled.
C. Despite the heavy rain, the match was cancelled.
D. If it hadn’t been for the heavy rain, the match wouldn’t be cancelled.
4. He refused to give up work,................ he ‘s won a million pounds.
A. despite B. however C. even though D. in spite of
5. Although he had a good education, he wasn’t able to get a job.
A. In spite of his good education, he wasn’t able to get a job.
B. He wasn’t able to get a job because he had a good education.
C. It is difficult for him to get a job owing to his good education.
D. Whatever education he had, he could get a job.
6. Although he tried hard,...............................
A. he failed B. but he failed C. yet he failed D. however he failed
7. The boy was happy................... he had done a good job.
A. although B. because C. because of D. unless
8. He lost his job........... his laziness.
A. because of B. in spite of C. despite D. as well as
9. ............ her lack of hard work, she was promoted.
A. In spite B. Even though C. In spite of D. because of
10. It was very cold ...........she didn’t put on her coat.
A. in case B. but C. because D. although
11. ............., he walked to the station.
A. Despite being tired B. Although to be tired
C. In spite being tired D. Despite tired
12. The teams played on in spite of the rain.
A. even if B. if C. in case D. despite
13. .............. the storm, the ship couldn’t reach its destination on time.
A. However B. But for C. because of D. In spite of
14. In spite ............., the baseball game was not cancelled.
A. the rain B. of the rain C. it was raining D. raining
15. .............. he had enough money, he refused to buy a new car.
A. In spite B. In spite of C. Despite D. although
16. He was offered the job................. he had no experience.
A. even though B. despite C. while D. however
17. I couldn’t read the letter ............. the darkness.
A. despite B. in spite of C. because of D. because
18. Although the sun was shining, ......................................
A. it was very hot B. but it was very hot
C. it wasn’t very hot D. yet it was very hot
19. I’m learning English.............. I want to get a better job.
A. therefore B. or C. because D. but
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20. Despite (A) the sun was shining (B), it wasn’t warm enough (C) for our children to go swimming (D).
21. Despite of (A) his age (B), he works (C) very hard (D).
22. Although he was (A) very bad-tempered (B), but (C) everyone liked (D) him.
23. She didn’t understand what (A) you said (B) because of (C) she was deaf (D).
24. I enjoyed the (A) lecture, because (B) didn’t understand (C) everything (D).
25. Because (A) their financial problems, they couldn’t (B) send their children to (C) a better (D)
school.
GIÚP EM VỚI Ạ AI ĐÚNG NHẤT, NHANH NHẤT EM ĐỔI 10 TICK
1. ________________ she has a good look, everybody hates her.
2. Jane seldom sees Jim ______they go to the same school.
3. ________________ her illness, Jane went to work yesterday.
4._______________ it was chilly outside, we went fishing.
5.________________ working hard, Peter failed the test.
6._______________ the difficulties, Sarah managed to solve the problem.
7. My grandfather was very strong __________his old age.
8. The children slept deeply ________________ the noise.
9. _______________ the high salary, Marey refused the job offer.
10. ________________earning a high salary, Sara never wastes her money.
11. I find the film boring________________ many people like it.
12.______________the bad weather, we went on our school picnic.
13._______________the congestion, we weren’t late for the meeting.
14.______________ he’s rich, he is always upset.
15. I couldn’t sleep________________ I was exhausted
Ex6.Combine the sentences. Use the words in brackets:
1.It was comedy. Almost audience fell asleep.(although)
2.Her voice is beautiful. She doesn’t want to be a singer. (In spite of)
3. This book is interesting, but she doesn’t like reading it. (Despite)
4.They didn’t go on a picnic.The weather was cool. (Although)
5.He studied very hard. He failedthe test. (Although)
6.Her illness is serious. She doesn’t see her doctor. (Despite)
7.This girl is intelligent. She is very friendly with her friends. (In spite of)
8.She can work. It is very noisy. (Even though)
9.He wants to go to the movies tonight. He has a lot of homework to do. (However)
10.I was so hungry. I couldn’t eat much. (Nevertheless)
Make one sentence from two . Use the word(s) in backet in your sentences
1. We live in the same street . We hardly ever sê each other . ( DESPITE )
2. My foot was injured . I managed to walk to the nearest village . ( ALTHOUGH )
3. They have very little money . They are happing . ( IN SPITE OF )
4. I got very get in the rain . I had an rubrella . ( EVEN THOUGH )
5. I couldn't sleep . I was tired . ( DESPITE )
6. He like the sweater . He decided not to buy it . ( THOUGH )
7. I đin't get the joy . I had all the necessary qualifications . ( IN SPITE OF )
8. Nick use to smoke . He seems to be in good health . ( ALTHOUGH )
9. I had turned on the air conditioner . It was still hot in the room . ( EVEN THOUGH )
10. Laura wants to fly . She feels fraid . (IN SPITE OF THE FACT )
11. Trevor didn't notice the sign . It was right in front of him . ( EVEN THOUGH )
12. I'm no better . I've taken the pills . ( DESPITE THE FACT )
13. Matthew doesn't know any French . It was one of his school subject . ( THOUGH )
14. Henry's friend is a millionaire . He hate spending money .( DESPITE )
15. We couldn't get tickets . We queued for an hour . ( IN SPITE OF )
16. I'd met her twice before . I didn't recognize her . ( ALTHOUGH )
17. Laura felt unwell . She went on working . ( IN SPITE OF HIS )
18. I told the absolute truth . no one would believe me . ( EVEN THOUGH )
19. The good were never delivered . We had received the promise . ( DESPITE )