Clauses of contrast
The clauses of contrast give information that contrasts with or opposes the facts
in the main clause in an unexpected way. These clauses can be introduced with conjunctions
Such as although, (even) though, however,… .
Example: Even though the teacher told him to read the text, he stayed silent.
The prepositions like in spite of and despite are followed by a noun phrase or –ing form.
Example: Despite feeling ill, he went to school.
In spite of feeling ill, he went to school.
