Result clauses

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What is a result clause?

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A result clause is a dependent clause that explains the result or consequence of an action described in the main clause, often introduced by 'so' or 'such'.

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How do you form a result clause with 'so'?

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Use 'so' followed by an adjective or adverb, and then 'that' to introduce the result clause. Example: 'She was so tired that she fell asleep.'

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How do you form a result clause with 'such'?

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Use 'such' followed by a noun phrase and then 'that' to introduce the result clause. Example: 'It was such a hot day that we stayed indoors.'

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What is the difference between 'so' and 'such'?

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'So' is used with adjectives/adverbs, while 'such' is used with noun phrases.

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Complete the sentence: 'He was ___ a good student that he always got top grades.'

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such a good student that

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Complete the sentence: 'The movie was ___ interesting that I watched it twice.'

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so interesting that

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Complete the sentence: 'It was ___ a difficult exam that many students failed.'

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such a difficult exam that

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What is the structure of a result clause using 'so'?

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Subject + verb + so + adjective/adverb + that + result.

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What is the structure of a result clause using 'such'?

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Subject + verb + such + noun phrase + that + result.

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Complete the sentence: 'She didn't study enough, ___ she failed the test.'

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so