He knew only too well how useless her gallant defiance was, since it was not the object of the defence to deny this point. 
Her defiance was gallant but pointless.
Her defiance was useful in the defence.
There are no tapestries left that are based on Ruben's art.
I think God can change people.
You can take anything you need from the stores.
Rothschild did not exhibit the behavior of a loving wife.
Several people are outside.
The man is offering brochures to passers by.