A. HOWEVER B. IN SPITE C. DESPITE D. ALTHOUGH VII. READ THE PASSAG...

45. A. however B. in spite C. despite D. although VII. Read the passage below and choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) to each question.When I was younger, I hated being the eldest child and the only girl in my family. But now I am older, I realize thatbeing 'Big Sister' actually has its advantages. First of all, I get special treatment from my parents and brothers. I get my ownroom, and brothers have to do all the heavy work around the house. Another benefit is that, being the eldest, I have learned tobe responsible and dependable. For example, my parents often leave my brothers in my care when they go out. I also try mybest in whatever I do in order to be a good example for my brothers. The experience I've had in taking care of my brothers hasprepared me for my own family in the future. So, even though I didn't choose to be the eldest child and the only girl in myfamily, I have succeeded in making this situation work to my best advantage.