1. It looks like they are going to succeed ................... their present difficulties. A. despite B. Although C. In spite D. Whereas 2. I like spending my holiday in the mountain ... ………….my wife prefer the sea. A. Despite B. Whereas C. Although D. In spite 3. .................... he wasn't feeling very well. Alex was determined to take part in the race. A. Despite the fact that B. Despite the fact it C. Despite of D. In spite 4. I went to the cinema last night ......................... it rained. A. Despite B. Although C. In spite D. Whereas 5. ............................... being fond of music. I can't play instruments. A. Despite B. Whereas C. Although D. In spite