Structure: In spite of/Despite + N/V-ing = Although/Though/Even though + mệnh đề: Mặc dù
`1.` Although the prices are high, my roommates go to the movies every Saturday.
`2.` Despite having a poor memory, she told interesting stories to the children.
`3.` Although they are poor, they are very generous.
`4.` In spite of having been absent frequently, he has managed to pass the test.
`5.` Although Lee was sad at losing the contest, she managed to smile.