II/
1.
Although he had been prevented from studying by his illness, he passed the final exam last year.
2.
In spite of cold weather, we went swimming.
3.
Because of rainy weather,we stopped playing tennis.
4.
Despite feeling tired, he still went on working.
5.
Because he is careless in writing, he got bad marks.
6.
In spite of being ill,Ann insisted on going to work.
7.
Even though I tried to persuade her, i didn't succeed.
8.
Because of being lazy,this boy is ignorant.
9.
Because her mother advice,she accepted the job.
10.
I have studied English for 5 years.