Writing: Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Synthesizing (Advanced Integration and Criticality) (C2) - Lesson 2: Smooth and Ethical Integration of Source Material

A1 Grammar: Giving Reasons with "Because"

Objective: Learn how to connect an action and a reason using the word "because".

• Understand what "because" means.
• Learn the sentence structure: [Action] + because + [Reason].
• Practice making simple sentences to explain 'why'.

What is "Because"?

"Because" is a very useful word. We use it to give a reason for something. It answers the question "Why?".

Rule: Action + because + Reason

First, we say what happened (the action). Then, we use "because" to say why it happened (the reason).

He is wet because it is raining.

✍️ Practice Time

Activity 1: Match Action & Reason

Look at the action on the front of the card. Guess the reason. Click the card to see a possible reason.

ACTION: She is eating. Why?

REASON: She is hungry.

Activity 2: Is it an Action or a Reason?

Click a word from the bank, then click the correct category box to place it.

ACTION

REASON

Activity 3: Choose the Correct Reason

Read the first part of the sentence and choose the best reason.

1. The cat is sleeping because...

...it is big.

...it is tired.

...it is brown.

Activity 4: Build a Sentence

Click the words in the correct order to make a sentence.

Tip: The reason always comes after "because". You can't say: "Because she is happy, she smiles." In A1 English, always say: "She smiles because she is happy."

Summary: Today you learned how to use "because" to connect an action with a reason. This helps you explain why things happen.