1. Although it rained heavily, we went out.

2. Although his foot was injured, he managed to walk to the nearest town.

3. Despite living on the same street, we hardly ever see each other.

4. In spite of taking a taxi, Bill still arrived late for the concert.

5. In spite of being an accountant, she never seems to have any money.

6. Because the climate is warm and wet, rice grows well here.

7. Because of her serious illness, she didn't go to school.

Or: Because of being seriously ill, she didn't go to school.

8. Because he was (too) old to continue, he gave up his job.

9. Because the weather was bad, the football match had to be called off.

10. Because he behaves well, everybody likes him.

11. My father hasn't seen his brother for nearly twenty years.

12. In spite of being seriously ill, he was determined to finish his work.

Or: In spite of his serious illness, he was determined to finish his work.

13. How long is it since you last rode a bike?