Quick Lesson: "Because"

​Because

By Courtney Abubakar

​Porque 因为 Потому что

We use "because" to give a reason for something.

Usamos "porque" para dar una razón a algo. 我们用“因为”来解释某事的原因。 Мы используем «потому что», чтобы указать причину чего-либо.

Examples

1. I went to the grocery store because we are out of eggs.

2. She put on her coat because it is cold.

3. He made a cake because it is his sister's birthday.

Multiple Choice

I'm buying a new umbrella because . . .

• I lost my old one.

• I have too many umbrellas.

Multiple Choice

He's going to the pharmacy because . . .

• his son is sick.

• he wants to work out.

Multiple Choice

Marta needs to clean her house because . . .

• her family is coming to visit.

• her house is so clean.

Multiple Choice

He's going to the doctor because . . .

• he's sick.

• he feels well.

Multiple Choice

Heidi can't eat nuts because . . .

• she is allergic.

• she loves them so much.

Multiple Choice

Please pass me my sweater because . . .

• I'm cold.

• I'm hot.

Multiple Choice

I need to rest because . . .

• I'm so tired.

• I don't sleep much.