Question

Direction: In each of the following sentences, the incorrect part of the sentence is underlined. Choose an alternative from the four given options so that the sentence is rendered correct.
Despite of the heavy rain, the event was successfully conducted.

• A. Despite the heavy rain
• B. Despite of heavy rain
• C. In spite the heavy rain
• D. Although of the heavy rain

Hint:

Remember:
Despite + noun
In spite of + noun

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: The word “despite” is a preposition and is used without “of”.

Step 1: Identify the error.
“Despite of the heavy rain” is incorrect because “of” should not be used after despite.

Step 2: Apply correct rule.
Correct structure: \[ \text{Despite + noun} \quad \text{or} \quad \text{In spite of + noun} \]

Step 3: Check options.

• (A) Despite the heavy rain $\checkmark$
• (B) Despite of heavy rain $\times$
• (C) In spite the heavy rain $\times$
• (D) Although of the heavy rain $\times$

Step 4: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct sentence is: \[ \text{Despite the heavy rain, the event was successfully conducted.} \]