Conjunctions of Reason
The conjunctions because, since, as and in case tell why someone does
something. They are called conjunctions of reason.
I sat down because I was feeling tired.Because we arrived late, we missed the beginning of the play.I took an apple since it was the only fruit in the bowl.Since you have finished your homework, you can help me make dinner.Mom switched off the TV as it was past my bedtime.As you’re my best friend, I’ll lend you my new bike.Take an umbrella in case it rains.In case you forget the number, I’ve written it on this piece of paper.Conjunctions of Purpose
The conjunctions so, so that and in order to tell what the purpose of something
is. They are called conjunctions of purpose.
The children are wearing hats so they won’t get sunburned.
John finished his homework before dinner so he could watch his favorite TV
program.Let’s write down the address so we don’t forget it.We left early so that we wouldn’t be late.
John took a map so that he wouldn’t get lost.I hid the comics under the bed so that nobody could find them.
She goes jogging every morning in order to keep fit.In order to get to sleep, he reads a really boring book at bedtime.Dad painted the walls white in order to make the room look brighter.Conjunctions of Reason and Purpose