Key to success (II)

Key to success (II)

because and since

• They mean the same, although since is more formal.

  – Because and since are followed by a subject and verb:

  subject + verb

  I like the Dizzy Lizard because it’s always packed.

because and since

• – Because or since can begin or end a sentence.

  When the clause is at the beginning, it is followed by a comma.

  Since it’s always so packed, there’s a long wait outside the club. OR

  There’s a long wait outside the club since it’s always so packed.

• – The clause with because or since is a subordinate clause, not a main clause.

because of and due to

• They mean the same, although due to often has a negative connotation.

• Because of and due to are followed by a noun or noun phrase. It’s popular because of the trendy people.

because of and due to

• Because of or due to can begin a sentence. When the clause is at the beginning, it is followed by a comma.

  -Due to the crowds, the Dizzy Lizard is difficult to get into. OR

  -It’s difficult to get into the Dizzy Lizard due to the

  crowds.

• The clause with because of or due to is a subordinate clause, not a main clause.

for

• for + noun (or noun phrase)

  The Firefly is famous for its fantastic music.

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the reason (that/why) . . . is . . .

• The reason (that/why) people go there is just to be seen.

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Apple is considered one of the most innovative companies in the world. The company is known _____introducing original products, but it’s also admired _________its ability to predict what the market will need in the future. __________ Apple has been so successful is that it has become a symbol of status and high-end technology.

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McDonald’s is popular worldwide _____customers know what to expect when they eat there. Whether you’re in Florida or in France, your Big Mac is the same. The company is also known _____its ability to adapt to different markets. __________the company adjusts some items to local tastes, you can eat pineapple pie in Thailand, or a shrimp burger in Japan.

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A: I had to go downtown today _______I needed to mail a package at the post office. _______I was only a few blocks from Main Street, I went over to Martin’s. Did you know that Martin’s has gone out of business? I’m so upset!

B: That’s too bad, but I’m not surprised. A lot of family-owned shops are closing ________ the construction of shopping malls.

A: Yeah, and don’t forget about all the megastores that are popping up everywhere. __________people prefer to shop there is to save money. Everyone loves a megastore_______ the low prices and the huge selection.

B: Not me! I loved Martin’s ______ their beautiful clothes and friendly salespeople. When you were there, you almost felt like family. You’ll never get that at a megastore!