VII.   Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first.

Although she was frightened, she forced herself to pick up the snake.

Frightened ________________________________

Although he ate a big lunch, he had a three-course meal in the evening.

In spite ___________________________________

We all have received the best of everything because our parents are generous.

Because of ________________________________

In spite of all our warnings, he left camp without taking his rifle.

Although _________________________________

Although the play received good notices, not many people went to see it.

Despite the fact ____________________________

The villagers refuse to leave even though their food supply is threatened.

Despite ___________________________________

Despite his ungainly air he is remarkably agile.

Although _________________________________

Although Richard is competent in his work, he doesn‘t know how to deal with his client.

Competent ________________________________

While I strongly disapprove of your behaviour, I will help you this time.

John succeeded in his exam because of his hard and methodical work.

We live in the same street, but we hardly ever see each other.

Despite ___________________________________

Despite her severe disability Judy participated in many sports.

Although _________________________________

I don‘t know whether Tom can speak Spanish or hot, but I think he should still visit Madrid.

Even if ___________________________________

It‘s sad, but unemployment is unlikely to go down this year.

Sad _____________________________________

In spite of their good game, the team lost.

Despite the fact ____________________________