Exercise 8: Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.
1.Despite her dislikes for coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm. (although)
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2.Mary will take a plane, even though she dislikes flying. (in spite of)
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3.In spite of Marcy’s sadness at losing the contest, she managed to smile. (although)
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4.We took many pictures though the sky was cloudy. (despite)
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5.Despite her poor memory, the old woman told interesting stories to the children, (even though)
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6.Though he has been absent frequently, he has managed to pass the test. (in spite of)
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7.Nancy told me the secret despite having promised not to do so. (though)
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8.We plan to buy a ticket for the drawing although we know we will not win a prize. (even though)
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9.In spite of the high price, my daughters insist on going to the movies every Saturday. (even though)
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10.He ate the chocolate cake even though he is on a diet. (in spite of)
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Rewrite the following sentences using the words in brackets
1. She couldn't do everything she was supposed to do (failed)
She failed to do everything she was supposed to do.
2. My sister is unlikely to win the first prize in the singing contest (likehood)
There is little likelihood of my sister winning the first prize in the singing contest.
3. I don't think there will be any applicants for this post (likehood)
In all likelihood, there will not be any applicants for this post.
4. It's possible that you will get what you want there (chance)
There is a chance that you will get what you want there.
5. He didn;t say aanything about his new job when I last spoke to him (reference)
He didn't make reference to his new job when I last spoke to him.
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