Clauses of contrast, purpose, reason and result 2.0

Which conjunction can be used to connect two different sentences?

• In order to

• Although

• However

• Despite

What is the correct way to express purpose using 'to + infinitive'?

• We didn’t go because it was raining heavily.

• We didn’t like the hotel. However, we had a fantastic time.

• We went to the beach; however, the weather wasn’t perfect.

• The student worked hard to pass the test.

Which phrase can be used to express purpose in a more formal way?

• Because of

• In case + clause

• For + noun

• So that + clause

What is the correct way to explain the reason for an action using a clause of reason?

• The student worked hard to pass the test.

• We didn’t like the hotel. However, we had a fantastic time.

• The concert was postponed because of the heavy rain.

• We didn’t have anything to do, so we decided to rent a film.

Which conjunction is used to mean 'this is why'?

• As a result

• However

• Despite

• So

What is the correct way to express purpose using 'in order for someone/something to do something'?

• We went to the bar for a drink.

• He made some flashcards so that it would be easier for his mum to remember the instructions.

• Take the umbrella in case it rains.

• We need to mobilize the media in order for the Government to listen to us.

Which phrase can be used to express purpose when talking about precautions?

• In case + clause

• Because of

• For + noun

• So that + clause

What is the correct way to express the result of an action using 'so + subject + verb'?

• Rent is very expensive in Boston. For this reason, we decided to move to Ohio.

• We didn’t have anything to do, so we decided to rent a film.

• We didn’t like the hotel. However, we had a fantastic time.

• I worked very hard today, so I’m exhausted.

Which conjunction is more formal and commonly used in written language to express result?

• Despite

• As a result

• Because

• So

What is the correct way to express purpose using 'for + noun'?

• We didn’t like the hotel. We had a fantastic time, however.

• We were asked to stay in order to finish the project.

• We went to the bar for a drink.

• He left home early in order not to be late.