Grammar worksheet
Rephrasing
concessive clauses
 Rewrite the following sentences beginning as indicated below:
1. Though many people are interested in space exploration, they think Earth problems are more urgent.
In spite of ____________________________________________________________________________
2. The astronaut wrote the date on his diary but he lost it.
In spite of ____________________________________________________________________________
3. Sarah wrote a book about life on Mars. It hasn’t been published up to now.
Despite ______________________________________________________________________________
4. There is no evidence of life on Mars. However, scientists keep on doing research work.
Though ______________________________________________________________________________
5. The Internet is very useful but many older people don’t know how to use it.
Despite ______________________________________________________________________________
6. Michael saw a great smartphone on sales; Yet, he didn’t buy it.
Even though __________________________________________________________________________
7. My parents aren’t eager mobile phone users. However, they use them when necessary.
In spite of ____________________________________________________________________________
8. Although Tom was upset about some cyberbullying, he kept on ignoring it.
In spite of ____________________________________________________________________________
9. Sam didn’t know what was happening, but he remained calm.
In spite of ____________________________________________________________________________
10. Television broadcasts a lot of violence. Children are the main viewers.
Despite ______________________________________________________________________________
11. Online newspapers are very popular. Yet, they still are read in paper version.
Though ______________________________________________________________________________
12. She wrote a great application letter. Nevertheless, she wasn’t called for the interview.
In spite of ____________________________________________________________________________
13. Tom can’t find a job. He has a degree in Mathematics.
Although _____________________________________________________________________________
14. Carol gives speeches about recycling. She feels that people still don’t care enough about it.
Though ______________________________________________________________________________
15. Natural resources are being wasted, but they won’t last forever.
Despite ______________________________________________________________________________
16. In spite of working for a big company, Michael doesn’t earn a good salary.
Even though __________________________________________________________________________
17. Despite being a successful engineer, Susan feels that her parents aren’t proud of her.
Although _____________________________________________________________________________
18. Peter enjoys staying at home but he admits that he finds housework very boring.
Although _____________________________________________________________________________
19. George was the main breadwinner but Miriam worked as well.
Although _____________________________________________________________________________
20. Many couples work outside home. Nevertheless, they don’t share house chores.
Despite ______________________________________________________________________________
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