Understanding 'In Order To' and 'So That'

This video tutorial introduces the use of 'in order to' and 'so that' in English grammar. It explains their meanings, usage, and differences, providing examples and practice questions to reinforce learning. The tutorial aims to help learners understand how to express purpose in sentences using these structures.

What is the main purpose of using 'in order to' and 'so that' in a sentence?

• To express a purpose

• To express a condition

• To express a time

• To express a place

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'in order to'?

• I study hard so that to pass the exam.

• I study hard in order pass the exam.

• I study hard so that pass the exam.

• I study hard in order to pass the exam.

What follows 'in order to' in a sentence structure?

• A subject

• A verb

• An adjective

• A noun

Which sentence structure is correct when using 'so that'?

• Subject + verb + so that + verb

• Subject + verb + so that + subject + verb

• Subject + so that + verb

• So that + subject + verb

In the sentence 'I go to school on foot to save money', what is the purpose expressed?

• To spend money

• To walk

• To save money

• To go to school

Which of the following is an example of using 'so that' correctly?

• I exercise so that staying healthy.

• I exercise in order to stay healthy.

• I exercise so that to stay healthy.

• I exercise so that I stay healthy.

What is the difference between 'in order to' and 'so that'?

• Both are followed by a subject.

• 'In order to' is followed by a subject, 'so that' is followed by a verb.

• Both are followed by a verb.

• 'In order to' is followed by a verb, 'so that' is followed by a subject.

Which of the following sentences uses 'in order not to' correctly?

• I left early in order to not miss the bus.

• I left early not in order to miss the bus.

• I left early in order not to miss the bus.

• I left early not to in order miss the bus.

What should you focus on when determining whether to use 'in order to' or 'so that'?

• The tense of the verb

• The word following the phrase

• The subject of the sentence

• The length of the sentence

Which of the following is NOT a correct use of 'in order to'?

• I read books in order to relax.

• I read books in order to improve my skills.

• I read books in order to learning.

• I read books in order to learn.