Identify the sentence that correctly uses the preposition 'in spite of'.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. In spite of the torrential rain, the open-air Midsummer festival proceeded as planned.
- Step 1: The correct idiomatic prepositional phrase is 'in spite of' (three words). Step 2. 'Despite' is used alone without 'of'. Answer: In spite of the torrential rain, the open-air Midsummer festival proceeded as planned. Why not the others: 'In spite' lacks 'of'; 'despite of' is an incorrect blend of 'despite' and 'in spite of'.
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