I. Rewrite each sentence or question so it has the same meaning
1. Although Tom was a poor student, he studied very well.
ðIn spite of 
2. Mary could not go to school because she was sick.
ðBecause of  
3. Although the weather was bad, she went to school on time.
ðDespite 
4. My mother told me to go to school although I was sick.
ð In spite of 
5. Because there was a big storm, I stayed at home.
ð Because of 
6. Tom was admitted to the university although his grades were bad.
ð Despite 
7. Although she has a physical handicap, she has become a successful woman.
ð Despite 
8. In spite of his good salary, Tom gave up his job.
ðAlthough 
9. Though he had not finished the paper, he went to sleep.
ð In spite of 
10.  In spite of the high prices, my daughter insists on going to the movies.
ðEven though ______________________________________________ 

II. Make one sentence from two. Use the word(s) in brackets in your sentences.
1. I couldn’t sleep. I was very tired.(despite)
   
2. They have very little money. They are happy. (in spite of)
   
3. My foot was injured. I managed to walk to the nearest village. (although)
   
4. I enjoyed the film. The story was silly.(in spite of)
   
5. We live in the same street. We hardly ever see each other.(despite)
   
6. I got very wet in the rain. I was only out for five minutes. (even though)
   
III. Write the film review, using the following cues.
A Film Review
• What kind the film is: a Disney cartoon film
• What the title of the film is: Atlantis: The Lost Empire
•     Who the film is directed by: Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise
• Who the main character is: a scientist named Milo Thatch
• Who the characters are played by: Milo’s voice is played by Michael J. Fox
• A short description of the plot (the story): A rich man gives Milo a submarine and a team of people to help him find the Lost Empire of Atlantis. After some exciting adventures, Milo and his team find Atlantis. But Atlantis is in trouble. Milo has to save it.
• Details of special effects/ costumes/ music, etc.: The music in this film is amazing. 
• What we think is good or bad about the film: The film is sometimes scary, but it is very exciting.
• A recommendation (advice about whether your classmates should watch this film and who will enjoy it): If you like action films and cartoons, you will love Atlantis: The Lost Empire.