UNIT 11. TRENDS


Grammar. Linking ideas.

 Connectors:

 - To express contrast;
Although/ Even though/ In spite of/ Despite

- To express reason;
Because of/ As a result of/ Due to/ Because

- Purpose;
(In order)/ To/ So( That)

- Alternative;
Instead of


- Some examples:

I missed the class due to the strike.
My frustration was due to the money i lost.
I did not go because of the rain.
I am going to the river instead of the beach.
Darlenis likes to party instead of studying.
Instead of washing the dishes, Keila cleaned  her room.
Instead of staying at home, i will go to class
Antonio is studying in order to pass the exam.
Keila, Antonio, Darlenis and i are taking this summer in order to advance.
Most of my classmates are going to United States in order to work

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