Because But So

Grammar Matters! But, So, Because

Using but/because/so:

Objective: Students complete sentence fragments with conjunctions but, because, and so 

Why: Facilitates elaboration on ideas for stronger sentence writing and grammar.

Conjunction words

and - add information, or one thing to another

because - tells why, provides a reason, shows cause and effect

but -signals change of direction, contradicts or shows something unexpected

so - provides a result, shows cause and effect

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It’s important to save money… it can get you farther in life.

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It’s important to save money…you should open a savings account as soon as you can.

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It’s important to save money… it doesn't necessarily make you happy.

Open Ended

Practice Using Because But So

Try it!

Directions: Complete the given sentences using because, but, and so.

Add to the sentences to show why, change of directions and cause/effect.

Ms. Watkins is the best teacher because

Ms. Watkins is the best teacher, but

Ms. Watkins is the best teacher, so

Poll

How confident do you feel using conjunctions (but, because, so) in your sentences?

• Very confident!

• A little confident.

• Not confident at all...