KWT for CAE Linkers

Anna got the job even though she didn't have much experience in public relations.
SPITE
Anna got the job __________ of experience in public relations.

It looks like you didn't sleep well last night.
IF
You look __________ much sleep last night.

Karen hasn't got any money, which is why her clothes are quite shabby.
DUE
The shabbiness of Karen's clothes __________ of money.

Mr Smith was well-known as a bad-tempered man, but he was also fair.
REPUTATION
Despite ___________ bad-tempered, Mr Smith was also fair.

Even though the company offered him a higher salary, David was still dubious about accepting the job.
DESPITE
David was still dubious about accepting the job, __________ him a higher salary.

Many people wrongly believe that all Australians spend their free time on the beach.
POPULAR
Contrary __________ all Australians spend their free time on the beach.

It's hard to be sure, but I think unemployment rates are beginning to fall.
TELL
As __________, unemployment rates are beginning to fall.

Experts say that things are bound to improve.
DOUBT
Experts say that there is __________ better.