Despite having excellent grades, Sherry wasn't admitted to the university.

Despite the danger, the firefighters rescued the dog in the house.

In spite of the very cold weather, we went swimming last week.

In spite of the hard work, we enjoyed doing that job.

1. Despite having excellent grades, Sherry wasn't admitted to the university.
2. Despite the danger, the firefighters rescued the dog in the house.
3. In spite of the very cold weather, we went swimming last week.
4. In spite of the hard work, we enjoyed doing that job.