1,In spite of his poorness, Tom studied very well.
2,Because of her sickness, Mary could not go to school.
3,Despite the bad weather, she went to school on time.
4,In spite of my sickness, my mother told me to go to school.
5,Because of a big storm, I stayed at home.
6,Despite his bad grades, Tom was admitted to the university.
7,Despite her physical handicap, she has become a successful woman.
8,Although his salary was good, Tom gave up his job.
9,In spite of the fact that he had not finished the paper, he went to sleep.
10,Even though the prices are high, my daughter insists on going to the movies.