1. Despite/in spite of not being an intelligent student, Nam can learn very fast.
2. Because of being rich, Hoa could buy that house.
3. Because of the heavy rain, I couldn't go to school.
4. Because of his sickness, his father asked him to go stay at home.
5. Because of an accident, I was late.
6. Because of her bad grades, she failed the University entrance exam.
7. Despite having a physical handicap, he has become a successful business man.
8. Because the price is cheap, my wife insists on buying the tivi.
9. Despite/in spite of the heavy rain, we still went to school.
