Although, Though, Despite, In Spite Of, and However

The words although, though, despite, in spite of and however have very similar meanings; however, they are used in different structures.

Though and although are conjunctions. They go before a clause. Despite and in spite of are prepositions. They go before a noun or noun equivalent. However is a transitional adverb. It goes at the beginning of a sentence.

This grammar exercise tests your ability to use these words correctly.

1............... the watch was expensive, he bought it.

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2We went out ............... the rain.

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3We went out ............... it was raining.

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4............... my husband didn't like the movie, I enjoyed it a lot.

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5He passed the test. ..............., he didn't get the job.

6............... he passed the test, he didn't get the job.

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7They managed to do it ............... I was not there.

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8Tired ............... he was, he went on working.

9............... hard she tried, she couldn't do it.

10............... the headache, I enjoyed the movie.

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11............... I don't agree with him, I think he is honest.

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12We understood him ............... his strong accent.

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Although, Though, Despite, In Spite Of, and However | Grammar Exercise

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