The old man couldn’t read the magazine ______ it was too dark there. A. despite B. because of C. because D. although

This year's festival attracted thousands of ______. A. onlookers B. audiences C. viewers D. spectators

_______ the windows are noticeably smaller and the ceiling is lower than those in the main rooms, it is a light, bright space. A. Although B. Because C. Because of D. Despite

That school was closed last month ______ ten teachers tested positive for Covid-19. A. because of B. because C. though D. in spite of

In some countries, many old-aged parents like to live in a nursing home ______ they want to lead independent lives. A. because B. because of C. despite D. although

My cousin wanted to change his career because he wasn’t very satisfied with his _______. A. winnings B. earnings C. proceeds D. savings

The two men caught the virus _______ they were injected with the latest vaccine. A. because B. due to C. despite D. though

Night after night he forced himself to tell her things, ______ she did not listen. A. despite B. because of C. because D. although

Despite how troublesome they could be, my uncle's always had a ______ spot for his children. A. soft B. kind C. warm D. good

He uses his ______ to write about his passion for science. A. chat room B. app C. blog D. data

______ John’s frequent lateness for work, he was dismissed. A. Because B. Because of C. Despite D. Although

When he retires, he will be able to look back over a brilliant ______. A. occupation B. work C. job D. career

He suffered a serious _______ in a traffic accident which needed immediate hospital treatment. A. injury B. harm C. damage D. wound