1. In spite of the heavy rain, the game took place.
2. Although she performed well, she lost the match.
3. Trinh Cong Son, who composed many famous songs, is dead.
4. Because of the singer's illness, the concert was cancelled.
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6. Learn harder or you will fail in your exam.
7. Despite haivng a French name, he is in fact American.
8.Im spite of the low salary, I decided to accept the job.
9. Although my mother was ill, she never complained.