Which sentence best paraphrases: 'Despite the rain, the match went ahead.'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The match was played even though it rained.
- Step 1: 'Despite' means in spite of, so the rain did not stop the match. Step 2. 'Even though it rained' keeps this meaning. Answer: The match was played even though it rained. Why not the others: The match was cancelled: That reverses the meaning. The match was played precisely: It turns the contrast into a cause. The rain started after the match had ended.: It changes the timing.
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