Writing: Basic Mechanics
A2 Lesson 5: Using "because" to Give Reasons
Listen to the examples here.
Before You Start 🧠
Key Vocabulary (Click 🔊)
Let's learn these two important words for this lesson.
How to Use "because"
In English, "because" is a "joining word" (a conjunction). It joins two simple sentences (or ideas) together. It answers the question "Why?".
The Structure: Result + because + Reason
You start with the Result (what happened) and then use because to add the Reason (why it happened).
Result: I am happy.
Reason: I passed my test.
→ I am happy because I passed my test.
Result: He is tired.
Reason: He worked late.
→ He is tired because he worked late.
Result: She is wet.
Reason: It is raining.
→ She is wet because it is raining.
Practice What You Learned 🎯
Quiz 1: Choose the Best Reason
Read the first part of the sentence and choose the best reason to complete it.
1. I need my umbrella...
2. He bought some water...
3. She is studying hard...
Key Vocabulary Reference (Click 🔊)
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Reason
The answer to "Why?". It explains why something happened.
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Because
A word we use to give a reason.
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Tired
Feeling that you want to sleep or rest.
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Hungry
Feeling that you want to eat food.
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Thirsty
Feeling that you want to drink water.
Your Writing Mission ⭐
Practice Writing with "because"
Complete these three sentences. Write them in your notebook or in the comments. Use your own ideas!
- I like Khmer food because ________________.
- I am learning English because ________________.
- Today I feel [happy/tired/excited] because ________________.
Example: "I am learning English because I want a good job."