Cause and effect

We were late ... the car broke down on the way.

• because

• because of

• therefore

... bad weather, the match was cancelled.

• Due to

• Because

• As a consequence

His succes was ... his father's hard work.

• because

• due to

• because of

The meeting was postponed ... the manager's illness.

• due to

• because of

• Since

The match was cancelled ... the rain.

• because of

• Because

• As a result

... I worked fast, I finished early.

• because

• Due to

• As a result

We didn't go out ... the strike.

• because

• owing to

• as

If I am still alive that is ... him.

• because of

• because

• consequently

She succeeded ...her mother.

• owing to

• because

• as a result

... I didn't like it, I didn't buy it.

• because

• Due to

• Thanks to