Understanding the Difference Between 'So' and 'Because', although, however and but

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo t
• Leerjaar 4

Goals

At the end of the lesson, you will have better knowledge about

linking words.

Signal Words/ Linking words: 

However, Although, But 

So /because

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify and use the signal words 'however,' 'although,' and 'but' correctly in English sentences.

What do you already know about signal words in English?

Slide 1: Introduction

Signal words are words or phrases that help to indicate a change in thought or contrast in a sentence.

Slide 2: However

The signal word 'however' is used to show a contrast or contradiction in a sentence.

Slide 3: Examples of 'However'

1. I wanted to go out; however, it started raining.
2. She is very talented; however, she lacks confidence.

Slide 4: Although

The signal word 'although' is used to introduce a contrasting idea or fact in a sentence.

Slide 5: Examples of 'Although'

1. Although it was late, she decided to go for a walk.
2. He studied hard, although he didn't pass the exam.

Slide 6: But

The signal word 'but' is used to introduce a contrasting or unexpected element in a sentence.

Slide 7: Examples of 'But'

1. She is very intelligent, but she often makes careless mistakes.
2. I wanted to buy the dress, but it was too expensive.

Slide 8: Practice Exercise

Choose the correct signal word to complete the following sentences:
1. She is tired, ________ she is determined to finish the project.
2. The weather was bad, ________ we still went for a picnic.

Linking word: but

• But--> tegenstelling (contrast)

Voorbeeld:

I have to do my homework.

Our computer is broken.

I have to do my homework but our computer is broken.

Linking word: because

• Because--> reden/uitleg (reason/explanation)

Voorbeeld:

I bought a new phone.

I dropped my old phone.

I bought a new phone because I dropped my old phone.

Linking word: so

• So--> waarom iets gebeurd (why something happens)

Voorbeeld:

The bus is usually late.

I often cycle to school.

The bus is usually late so I often cycle to school.

Understanding the Difference Between 'So' and 'Because'

Learning Objective

You will be able to differentiate between the usage of 'so' and 'because' in sentences.

Slide 1: Introduction

Signal words in sentences help convey relationships between ideas.

Slide 2: So

'So' is used to show the result or consequence of an action.

Slide 3: Because

'Because' is used to indicate the reason or cause of something.

Slide 4: Usage

Use 'so' when emphasizing the result or effect, and use 'because' when emphasizing the reason or cause.

Slide 5: Practice 1

Complete the following sentence: 'She missed the bus __ she woke up late.'

Slide 6: Practice 2

Rearrange the words to form a correct sentence: 'was tired, he went early bed.'

Slide 7: Recap

Let's review the difference between 'so' and 'because' one more time.

Use 'so' when emphasizing the result or effect, and use 'because' when emphasizing the reason or cause.

Slide 8: Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the difference between 'so' and 'because'.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

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