Définitions et Concepts
Cause/Purpose Clause = Mot connecteur + Sujet + Verbe
Ex: Because I studied → "because I studied" = cause clause
Définition Cause: Explique la raison d'une action
Définition But: Indique l'objectif d'une action
Structure: Mot connecteur + Clause complète
Exemple de base :
I studied hard because I wanted to pass.
I saved money so that I could travel.
He left early in order to catch the train.
I saved money so that I could travel.
He left early in order to catch the train.
Règles et Formules
Because: Cause directe (formel/informel)
Since/As: Cause évidente (début de phrase)
So that: But avec résultat spécifique
In order to: But + infinitif
In case: Précaution (au cas où)
Cas Spéciaux
Due to/Fowing to: Cause (devant nom)
For fear that: Crainte de quelque chose
So...that: Tellement...que (résultat)
Exemples et Méthodes
Cause Clauses :
Because it was raining, we stayed inside.
Since you're here, let's start the meeting.
As I was tired, I went to bed early.
Since you're here, let's start the meeting.
As I was tired, I went to bed early.
Purpose Clauses :
I spoke loudly so that everyone could hear.
She studied hard in order to get good grades.
Take an umbrella in case it rains.
She studied hard in order to get good grades.
Take an umbrella in case it rains.
Comparaison :
Cause: He left because he was angry.
Purpose: He left so that others would notice.
Similar: I work hard to succeed.
Purpose: He left so that others would notice.
Similar: I work hard to succeed.
Astuces & Méthodes
Méthode: Demander "Pourquoi?" ou "Dans quel but?"
Astuce: Because = raison, So that = objectif
Mémorisation: Since/As = début de phrase pour cause
Pratique: Connecter deux phrases avec cause/but
Erreur commune: Confondre cause et but
