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_____ it rained a lot, we enjoyed our holiday.

• In spite of

• Because

• Although

I went home early ________ not having finished everything.

• although

• even though

• despite

• in spite

She accepted the job ____ the salary, which was very low.

• because of

• nevertheless

• despite

• though

I managed to get to sleep ____ there was a lot of noise.

• despite of

• because

• however

• in spite of the fact that

______ having little money, they are happy.

• Although

• Despite

• Though

• Because

The house isn't very nice. I like the garden, _____

• although.

• even though.

• though.

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__ the heavy snow, they managed to get to the office.

• In spite of

• However

• While

___ needing a rest, the team continued to work.

• In spite

• Despite

• Although

Paul drives a car, _____ Tom rides a motorbike.

• whereas

• even though

• however

He wasn't wearing a coat, ____ it was freezing.

• whereas

• even though

• despite