Lesson 3: Conjunctions of Time, Contrast, Reason & Result

Lesson 3: Conjunctions of Time, Contrast, Reason & Result

Welcome to Intermediate Grammar! As students move into more advanced English, they want to tell complex stories and explain situations clearly. Instead of using short, basic sentences, we use conjunctions to link our ideas together smoothly. Today, we will learn how to express time, contrast, reason, and result like a professional using advanced linking words. Vocabulary List: While (Time) - During the time that, or at the same time as something else is happening. As soon as (Time) - Immediately at or shortly after the time that something happens. Although (Contrast) - In spite of the fact that; even though. Connects two opposing ideas. However (Contrast) - Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with something that has just been said. Since (Reason) - For the reason that; because. Therefore (Result) - For that reason; consequently. Shows the result of an action. Common B1 Mistake English learners often try to use "Even though" and "but" in the same sentence. In English…