Finding Reasons

What are we learning today?

You will find the reason in a short text. You will also see who says it.

Explanation

• The word because shows a reason.
• The word but shows a different idea.
• Ask: What does the writer want? What is the reason?
• Read each speaker carefully. Do not mix them up.

Examples

1. Ivan says: "We're going to stay in hostels because it's really cheap."
2. Chloe says: "I'm not going to take summer clothes because it's usually quite cold in Scotland, but I don't mind!"
3. A brochure says: "They are very popular because there are a lot of fun activities to do."
4. Mia says: "I'd prefer not to go to summer camp. I'd like to go somewhere hot, like Portugal."

Remember!

• Because points to the reason.
• Do not ignore the word but.

Check yourself

1. Why do Ivan and his friends stay in hostels?
2. Which word shows a reason?