Linking words of contrast and purpose
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__________ the plot of the film was poor, I really loved the music.
- Although
- So that
- In spite of
- Despite
I'm taking conversation classes __________ I can speak more fluently with my English boyfriend.
- so that
- in spite of
- despite
- so as to
He played the final match __________ his knee was hurting.
- even though
- despite
- so as to
- so that
__________ being able to swim very well, I managed to reach the shore.
- In spite of not
- In order not to
- To not
- So as not to
The company created new procedures __________ improve customer service.
- in order to
- in spite of
- so that
- even though
I didn't tell her that I had seen her boyfriend with another girl __________ hurt her.
- so as not to
- so as to not
- for not
- not to
She went to the supermarket __________ some things she didn't have.
- for
- although
- to
- so that
We enjoyed our camping holiday __________ the rain.
- in spite of
- despite of
- so as to
- even though
He bought a very expensive home cinema _________ improve the quality of the TV.
- so as to
- for
- so that
- even though
My grandparents are very active _________ the fact that they are 80 years old.
- in spite of
- although
- so as to
- for