I/ Choose the correct completion, although or in spite of: 1/ She knew about his illness he never mentioned it 2/ her worries, she passed the exam with flying colors 3/ They went swimming all the danger signs 4/ They fell in love the language barrier 5/ They got on well together they were total strangers 6/ He is good at selling, he has had no formal training 7/ We enjoyed the day the bad weather 8/ She didn’t want to go she knew all her friends would be there. 9. ___________ the weather was bad, we enjoyed our trip. 10. The children slept well ____________ the noise. 11. ________________ earning a low salary, Linda gave money to her parents. 12. John rarely sees Paul ___________ they live in the same town. 13. Julie failed the exam ____________ of working very hard. 14. ____________ it was cold, she didn't put on her coat. 15. Tom went to work ___________ not feeling very well. 15. Anna never learned the language ___________ she lived there for two years. 16. ____________ of the difficulty, they managed to climb to the top of the mountain. 17. I couldn't eat _____________ I was very hungry. ____although_______ the weather was bad, we enjoyed our trip. 18/ The children slept well _____in spite of/despite_______ the noise. 19/ _________although_______ earning a low salary, Linda gave money to her parents. 20/ John rarely sees Paul ______although_____ they live in the same town. 21/ Julie failed the exam ____in spite of________ working very hard. 22/_____although_______ it was cold, she didn't put on her coat. 23/ Tom went to work ___in spite of________ not feeling very well. 24/ Anna never learned the language __although_________ she lived there for two years. 25/ ________in spite of____ the difficulty, they managed to climb to the top of the mountain. 26/ ___________ the weather was bad, we enjoyed our trip. 27/ The children slept well ____________ the noise. 28/ ________________ earning a low salary, Linda gave money to her parents. 29/ John rarely sees Paul ___________ they live in the same town. 30/ Julie failed the exam ____________ of working very hard. 31/ ____________ it was cold, she didn't put on her coat. 32/ Tom went to work ___________ not feeling very well. 33/ Anna never learned the language ___________ she lived there for two years. 34/ ________ of the difficulty, they managed to climb to the top of the mountain. 35/ I couldn't eat _____________ I was very hungry.’ 36/ I couldn't eat _____although________ I was very hungry. III/ Join each pair of sentences. Be careful where you put the words in brackets. 1. This shirt is still dirty. I've washed it twice. (even though)  2. Mark enjoyed his helicopter trip over the Grand Canyon in Arizona. He was afraid of heights. (despite)  3. He lost a lot of blood. He is in a stable condition. (in spite of)  4. John had the necessary . qualifications. He was not hired because of his health (even though) .  5. She was successful. She felt dissatisfied. (in spite of) .………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6. They drank from the stream. They knew it was polluted. (although)  7. The villagers refuse to leave. Their food supply is threatened. (despite) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8. Reid failed to score himself. He helped Jones score two goals. (although) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9. My foot was injured. I managed to walk to the nearest village. (in spite of) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10. Brian went ahead with his original plan for the company. Everyone disagreed with him. (although) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11. He couldn’t sleep although he was very tired . (in spite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12. Although he’s got a Vietnamese name, he’s in fact a Cambodian . (despite) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13. In spite of her injured feet , she managed to get home before dark . (although) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14. He decided to get the job although the salary was low .(in spite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15. In spite of not having eaten for three days, he didn’t feel hungry .( even though) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16. They lost the match ,although they were a better team . (despite) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17. She didn’t eat much though she was hungry . ( in spite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18. He couldn’t solve the problem though he is good at maths . (despite ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 19. Mr Pike doesn’t wear glasses though he is over sixty (in spite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20. Although he had much experience in machinery, he didn’t succeed in repairing this machine. (despite) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 21. Although it got dark, they continued to work. (inspite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22. Although it was noise, I keep on studying. (in spite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13. Although it rain heavily,I went to school on time .(despite) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14. The flight was not delayed though it was foggy .(in spite of )  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15. He ate all the fruits though they were green . (in spite of ) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16. We did the test well though it was difficult (in spite of ) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17. Although he is strong, I’m not afraid of him. ( despite)  18. Everybody has great regard for him though he is poor . ( in spite of )  19. The plane took off though the weather was bad . (despite) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 20. He didn’t stop his car though the traffic lights turned red . (in spite of ) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 21.In spite of the hard work, they enjoyed themselves (although) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 22.John wasn’t hunry, but he ate two dishes of ice cream anyway (despite) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 23.In spite of not being feeling good, Jack went to class (even though) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 24. George did not panic even though he was alone and lost in the woods (despite) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 25.Although Sue is a good student, she didn’t receive a scholarship ( in spite of )  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26/ Although he works hard, he never makes any money. (rewrite it using despite)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 27/ Despite its monopoly, the company was losing money. (rewrite it with although)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 28/ Though it’s forbidden, people still smoke marijuana. (rewrite it with in spite of)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 29/ I never go out, despite getting a lot of invitations. (rewrite it with though)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 30/ Although we have tested it, we can’t be sure the product is safe. (rewrite it with despite)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 31/ Although he loves her, she doesn’t want to get married. (rewrite it with in spite of)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 32/ Despite his lack of talent, everyone thinks he is wonderful. (rewrite it using though)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 33/ Though he has many problems, Bob is always smiling. (rewrite it with despite)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 34/ Despite us drinking all that beer, we didn’t get drunk. (rewrite it using although)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 35/ Although Max helps Julie, she doesn’t appreciate him. (rewrite it with in spite of)  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 36 Although it rained a lot, we enjoyed our holiday.  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 37I didn't get the job although I had all the necessary qualifications.  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 38/ We went out although it was raining.  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 39/ We didn't go out because it was raining.  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 40/ After in spite of or despite, we use a noun, a pronoun (this/that/what etc.) or -ing: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 41/ In spite of the rain, we enjoyed our holiday. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 42/ I didn't get the job in spite of having all the necessary qualifications. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 43/ She wasn't well, but in spite of this she went to work. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 44/ In spite of what I said yesterday, I still love you. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 45/ She wasn't well, but despite this she went to work, (not 'despite of this') ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 46/ You can say 'in spite of the fact (that) ' and 'despite the fact (that) ': ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 47/ I didn’t get the job in spite of the fact that I had all the necessary qualifications ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 48/ We went out in spite of the rain, (or despite the rain.) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 49/ We didn't go out because of the rain. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 50/ Although the traffic was bad. I arrived on time, (not in spite or the traffic was bad (not in spite or the traffic was bad) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 51. although the weather was bad, we enjoyed our trip. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 52. The children slept well in spite of the noise. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 53. Despite earning a low salary, Linda gave money to her parents. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 54. John rarely sees Paul although they live in the same town. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 55. Julie failed the exam in spite of working very hard. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 56. Although it was cold, she didn't put on her coat. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 57. Tom went to work in spite of not feeling very well. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 58. Anna never learned the language although she lived there for two years. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 59.In spite of the difficulty, they managed to climb to the top of the mountain. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 60. I couldn't eat although I was very hungry.  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 61. althuogh he was not guilty, they executed him  IN SPITE OF 62.thuogh he was inexperienced, he got a good salary.  DESPITE 63.Even thuogh the team played well, they lost.  DESPITE 64.althuogh both his legs were brokenin the crash. He managed to get out of the car before it exploded.  DISpite his 65.althuogh he was not guilty, they executed him IN SPITE OF 66.Even thuogh the team played well, they lost.  DESPITE 67. Although the weather was bad, we enjoyed our trip. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 68. The children slept well inspire of the noise. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 69. Despite earning a low salary, Linda gave money to her parents. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 70. John rarely sees Paul although they live in the same town. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 71. Julie failed the exam In spite of working very hard. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 72. Although it was cold, she didn't put on her coat. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 73. Tom went to work In spite of not feeling very well. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 74. Anna never learned the language although she lived there for two years. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 75. In spite of the difficulty, they managed to climb to the top of the mountain. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 76. I couldn't eat although I was very hungry. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1 77.althuogh he was not guilty, they executed him =>IN SPITE OF 78/ Although he was inexperienced, he got a good salary. =>DESPITE 79/ Even though the team played well, they lost. =>DESPITE 80/ Although both his legs were broken in the crash. He managed to get out of the car before it exploded. =>Despite Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition. 1.The letter I wrote was full … mistakes. 2.I don’t like going up ladders. I’m afraid heights. 3.Kate is very fond her younger brother. 4.The station platform was crowded people waiting for the train. 5.She is a very honest person. I don’t think she is capable telling a lie. 6.Our house is similar yours. 7.I suggested we should all go out for a meal but nobody else was keen…… the idea. 8.Ms. Sanders is friendly everyone. 9.I’m accustomed living here. 10.You look bored. You don’t seem interested what I’m saying. 11.The editor is responsible ……… what appears in a newspaper. 12.We stayed at home because Cathy wasn’t very keen going out. 13.She’s very good caring for the sick. 14.She’s capable doing the job. 15.Cricket is quite different baseball. 16.The garden is full roses. 17.Can you tell me how many men were absent work last week? 18.I certainly hope that David is aware all the problems involved. 19.Hurry or you will be late school. 20.Vietnam is rich natural resources. 21.He was sad his friend’s failure. 22.The day seems perfect a picnic. 23.There’s really no need for you to be afraid the examination. 24.You were kind me when I asked you for some help. 25.That fashion magazine is full advertising for women’s clothes 26.These days everyone is aware the dangers of smoking. 27.Smoking is harmful your health. 28.Don’t give up hope yet. Be confident yourself. 29.I think the conference was very successful the whole. 30.You don’t like it, do you? - the contrary, I love it. 31.Mr. Johnson said he was favor of doing the work right away. 32.Albert is 85 and lives alone. He needs somebody to take care him. 33.Diane is from Boston but now she lives in Paris. She left Boston Paris when she was 19. 34.Sally is often not well. She suffers very bad headaches. 35.It wasn’t easy but in the end we succeeded finding a solution to the problem. 36.The secretary provided me a great deal of information. 37.This car isn’t mine. It belongs Mike. 38.He didn’t take advantage the opportunity. 39.You have to study hard to keep pace your classmates. 40.I wrote to the company asking them more information about the job. 41.We spent the evening listening music. 42.English provides the access world scholarship and world trade. 43.Many people regard him one of the greatest scientists in the world. 44.What time did they arrive London? 45.Thank you for looking my mother while she was ill. 46.I’ve been searching my keys. 47.Were you able to make use the book I lent you last week? 48. the past, people did a great deal of work by hand. 49.Every student should spend least two hours on his homework every night. 50.Vehicles account air pollution in the cities. 51.Some large cities may have to ban cars the city center to wipe out smoke. 52.Dr W. K Davis is regarded the leading specialist in that field. 53.Once used , these minerals can be recycled. 54.Don’t forget to write me while you’re away. 55.Tomorrow morning I have to catch a plane. I’m leaving my house the airport at 7.30 56.I looked my keys but I couldn’t find them anywhere. 57.I’ve applied a job at the factory. I don’t know if I’ll get it. 58.Don’t worry about arranging our holiday. I’ll take care that. 59.I spoke Sue this morning. 60.The tender plants need protection … the cold weather. 61.Scientists are trying to search alternative fuels. 62.Wildlife preserves are the areas where animals are protected their natural environment. 63.Conservation is also concerned the reclaiming of land. 64.He was sad his father’s death. 65.People must be made fully aware the harm we are causing to the environment. 66.Mark decided to give up sport so that he could concentrate his studies. 67.He ran as fast as he could, but he was not able to keep pace his brother. 68.When she arrived in Britain, she wasn’t used to driving the left. 69.Granny is completely deaf. You’ll have to make allowance her. 70.Take advantage the chance to do some sightseeing while you are here. 71.Are you aware the regulations concerning the use of guns? 72.There’s no need to make such a fuss it. 73.The child is very quick arithmetic. 74.Are you acquainted this man? 75.Your father was kind David. 76.Smog is commonly found most major cities. 77.Minerals are taken the earth. 78.The museum is now open all visitors. 79.He’s very brave. He’s not afraid anything. 80.Our flat is the second floor of the building. 81.I’m sorry I haven’t written you for so long. 82.Women are used going places by themselves. 83.Do you usually shake hands when you are introduced someone? 84.Tomorrow morning I have to catch a plane. I’m leaving my house the airport. 85.When I’d finished my meal, I asked the waiter the bill. 86.Did you go on holiday yourself? 87.There are many interesting places to visit the city, instance, the botanical garden or the art museum. 88.Scientists cannot account the disappearance of the dinosaurs. 89.The enemy set fire …… the whole village before making a retreat. 90.You have to move this box to make room the new TV set. 91.I haven’t sent letters to her for a long time. In fact we have lost touch each other. 92.I’m very busy my lessons and tasks today. 93.Children are fond sweets. 94.The laser beam must be very intense so that it can drill the most delicate bones. 95.He left London New York last year. 96.Tom’s away … the moment. 97.I explained the problem the police. 98.Mrs. Words suffers bronchitis. 99.Concentrate the road when you’re driving. 100.We always have the same food every day. I’m fed up it. 1/of 2/ of 3/of 4/with 5/of 6/to 7/on 8/with 9/to 10/in 11/for 12/on 13/at 14/of 15/from 16/of 17/ from 18/ of 19/ for 20/ in 21/ about 22/ for 23/ of 24/ to 25/ of 26/ of 27/ to 28/ of 29/ in 30/ On 31/ in 32/ of 33/ for 34/ from 35/ in 36/ with 37/ to 38/ of 39/ with 40/ for 41/ to 42/ to 43/ as 44/ in 45/ after 46/ for 47/ of 48/ In 49/ at 50/ for 51/ from 52/ as 53/up 54/to 55/for 56/for 57/for 58/of 59/to 60/from 61/ for 62/in 63/with 64/about 65/of 66/on 67/with 68/on 69/for 70/of 71/over 72/at 73/with 74/to 75/in 76/from 77/to 78/of 79/on 80/to 81/to 82/to 83/for 84/for 85/by 86/for 87/for 88/to 89/for 91/ with 92/with 93/of 94/through 95/for 96/at 97/to 98/from 99/on 100/with . 23/ of 24/ to 25/ of 26/ of 27/ to 28/ of 29/ in 30/ On 31/ in 32/ of 33/ for 34/ from 35/ in 36/ with 37/ to 38/ of 39/ with 40/ for 41/ to 42/ to 43/ as 44/ in 45/ after 46/ for 47/ of 48/ In. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 21. Although it got dark, they continued to work. (inspite of ) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22. Although it was noise, I keep on studying. (in spite of ) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. driving. 100.We always have the same food every day. I’m fed up it. 1 /of 2/ of 3 /of 4/with 5 /of 6/to 7/on 8/with 9/to 10 /in 11/for 12/on 13/at 14 /of 15/from 16 /of 17/ from 18/ of 19/ for 20/ in