Conjunctions

Because and so are

conjunctions.
We use because to
show reason.
Examples
I could not sleep because
it was a hot night.
I enjoy ice skating
because it was fun.
She was happy because
she won the race.
 We use so to
explain result of
an action.
Examples
I am free now so I can help
you bake the cake.
Ben woke up late so he
missed the bus.
He was sick so he went
to the clinic.
Look at the
pictures..
The boy ran towards his house because
the men were chasing him.
The men were chasing the boy so he ran
towards his
house.
The boy asked the police for help
because he was lost.
The boy was lost so he asked the
police for help.
 Complete the sentences using because or so.
1. The prince could not sleep ___________ he was sad.

2. The Chief Minister was worried _____________ the prince refused to

meet anyone.

3. He wanted to help the prince ______________ he came up with a

brilliant plan.

4. The men covered their faces with handkerchiefs _____________ the

prince would not recognize them.

5. They spoke softly _____________ they did not want others to hear
them.

6. The whole kingdom was happy _____________ the people celebrated

for many days.