``` 17. The English actor Oliver Reed was often rude to people although he was always kind to animals. 18. Although he behaved badly, he wasn’t punished. 19. Although he had a good salary, he was unhappy in his job. 20. Although it was raining heavily, we played the match as planned. 21. Although my doctor had told me to stay in bed I went to work. 22. Although he takes a lot of exercises, he’s fat. 23. Although I had practiced for hours on end, my first golf ball ended up in the trees. 24. Although he was tired, he walked to the station. 25. Although it was noisy, the children slept well. 26. Though Linda earned a low salary, she gave money to her parents. 27. Tom went to work even though he didn’t feel very well. 28. Their new product turned out to be a success though the market studies were pessimistic. 29. Julie failed the exam though she worked very hard. 30. Although John got the highest result in the class, he still had problems with the teacher. 31. Although it was difficult, 
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