Nguyễn Mai Phương Anh

Rewrite the sentences, using the words in the brackets. Change other words in the sentence if necessary.

1.  The new restaurant looks good. It seems to have few customers. (although)  

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2.  We planned to visit Petronas in the afternoon. We could not afford the fee. (despite)

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3.  Mary was sick. She didn’t leave the meeting until it ended. (in spite of)

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4.  We live in the same street. We rarely see each other. (although)

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5.  I couldn’t sleep. I was tired. (However)

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6.  They have little money. They are happy (in spite of)

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7.  My foot was hurt. I managed to walk to the nearest village. (despite)

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8.  I’ve been too busy to answer by email. I’ll do it soon. (although)

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9.  We had planned to walk right round the lake. The heavy rain made this

impossible. (in spite of)

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10.  I got very wet in the rain. I had an umbrella. (despite)

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