1. Though the weather is bad, we're going to have a picnic.
2. Although he has bad grades, he'll be admitted to the school.
3. Although the rain is heavy, we enjoyed our holiday.
4. Although I do not understand a word, I kept smiling.
5. Though she dislikes coffee, she drank it to keep herself warm.
6. Although the sky was cloudy, we took many pictures.
7. Despite she had a poor memory, she told interesting stories to her son.
8. In spite of being absent frequently, he has managed to pass the test.