Rewrite the following sentences so that the meanings stay the same:
1. Despite taking a bus to work, Mr.Long was late.
Although ..................................................................................
2. They are going to build a new school in this area next month.
A new .......................................................................................
3. What a pity I didn't work hard last semester.
I wish .......................................................................................
4. She doesn't work hard, so she doesn't get good marks.
If ............................................................................................
5. Nam asked: " Why did you forget your homework last night ?"
Nam .......................................................................................