Question: 7
Despite ________ knowledgeable, he remained ________ all through.
- being, poor ✓
- having, enriched
- having, ignorant
- of, doubtful
- None of the above
Explanation: Correct! The correct answer is option A – being, poor. “Despite being” is the correct structure to introduce a contrast, and “poor” fits the context of remaining financially or otherwise lacking despite knowledge. Example: “Despite being highly educated, he remained poor throughout his life.”
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