VII.  Rewrite the following sentences, using “ BECAUSE OF “

1. They arrived late because the traffic was terrible.

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2. As it was raining, we didn’t go out.

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3. Since he’s got a very good memory, he never needs to write anything down.

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4. He couldn’t run very fast because his leg was bad.

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5. As it was very warm evening, we had dinner outside in the garden.

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6. He couldn’t drive fast because the traffic was heavy.

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Nam fell asleep because the film was too bad.

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Change clauses of reason to phrases.

1. Mary didn't go to school yesterday because she was sick.

2. She went to bed early because she felt tired.

3. Ann didn't go to the circus with Betty because she had a bad cold.

4. John succeeded in his exam because he worked hard and methodically.

5. Margaret stayed home because her mother was sick.

6. I like him because his father is kind to me.

7. I can't eat these fruits because they are green.

8. I couldn't do the test because it was difficult.

9. I couldn't read the letter because it was dark.

10. He came late because it rained heavily.

11. I can't study because it is noisy.

12. The train came late because it was foggy.

13. All the teachers love him because his conduct is good.

14. The train was late because the fog was thick.

15. We stopped our car because the traffic lights turned red.

16. The plane couldn't take off because the weather was bad.

17. Rice plants grow well because the climate is warm and damp.

18. He couldn't drive fast because the street was crowded and narrow.

19. I can't sleep because the weather is hot.

20. He left school because his life was hard.

Viết lại câu sao cho nghĩa không đổi

1. I couldn't do the test because it was difficult.

Because of.....

2. Although he got up early, he was late for the first train

In spite....

3. Although my friend doesn't have enough money, she wants to buy that new car.

Despite....

4. We arrived late because of the bad traffic

Because of.....

5. She didn't buy the house because the pricewas very high

Because of...

6. She only accepted the job because of the high salary

Because......

7. We couldn't sleep because the weather was hot.

Because of.....

8. I enjoyed the film although the story was

in spite of....

9. He didn't arrive until 9 o'clock although he promised that he wouldn't be late.

In spite of....

10. Although he was seriously ill, he was determined to finish his work

In spite of....

11. Mary went to bed early because she felt tired

Because of........

11) Many people began to wearing jeans because they ưere cheap

Because of.......

12) Since he was careless, Tom lost the game

=> Because of...........

13) Although she behaves well, no one loves her

Despite....

14) Because of the cold weather, the crops are late this year

=> Because....

15) Mary was worried because Tom was late

=> Because of...........

16) Tom walked slowly because his leg was bad.

=> Because of.........

17) I came here because I want the English course.

=> Because of.........

18) I went to school although it was hot.

=> Despite.

19) Because the dust in the room, I can't go in.

20. She didn't go to the circus with Betty because she had a bad cold.

Rewrite the following sentence by using Because + clause, Because + N/ cụm N :
1. He is bad at English because he is very lazy.
2. He didn't come to class because of his illness.
3. Everyone likes and admires her because of her intelligence.
4. The flight 202 was delayed because the weather was bad.
5. I didn't come on time because it rained heavily.
6. They can't miss the meeting because of its importance.
7. I was late for the meeting because the traffic was heavy.
8. My grandmother can't work hard because of her age.

Mixed conditionals

Rewrite these sentences using “if” structure
1. She is watching TV now because she is free.
2. They didn’t come to the party, so they didn’t know what happened.
3. I am very lazy, so I haven’t done my homework.
4. She didn’t answer the phone because she was having a shower then.
5. He has no money left because he has bought a new car.
6. He was fired last week, so he is not working now.
7. She is angry with me because I didn’t come to her party last night.
8. That woman is very happy because her son has won the first prize.
9. I didn’t take his advice, so I feel sorry now.
10. My students are not paying attention, so I can’t teach them.
11. I am learning English hard because I want to study overseas.
12. She is reading that book because it is so interesting.
13. His mum is out, so he is cooking.
14. The man hit a tree because he was talking on the phone at that time.
15. Many students didn’t learn hard at university, so they can’t find a job.
16. My English is not good because I didn’t learn hard when I had a chance.
17. The teacher is sad because many students haven’t done their homework.
18. The house is empty because everyone has gone.
19. I was playing games because I had nothing to do.
20. They didn’t understand each other, so they were arguing.
21. It was raining. That’s the only reason I didn’t take the children to the beach.
22. They were driving so quickly; that’s why the accident was so terrible.

IV- BECAUSE + CLAUSE / SENTENCE / BECAUSE OF + NOUN / PHRASE

1. He is bad at English because he is very lazy.

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2. He didn’t come to class because he was ill.

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3. Everyone likes and admires her because of her intelligence.

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4. The flight 202 was delayed because the weather was bad.

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5. He decided to accept the job because the salary was high.

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6. I didn’t come on time because it rained heavily.

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7. She smiles because she is very happy.

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8. They can’t miss the meeting because it is very important.

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9. I was late for the meeting because the traffic was heavy.

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10. My grandmother can’t work hard because she is very old.

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11. He likes her because she’s very beautiful and attractive.

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12. He didn’t go to school because he was very poor.

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13. He broke the glass because he was careless.

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14. He left school because his life was hard.

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15. My little brother can’t chew well because of his toothache.

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16. I can’t play basketball because of my height.

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17. We can’t swim in this part of the river because of highly polluted water.

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18. We spent the whole day in the garden because of lovely weather.

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