Learning objectives
- Recognise the form and meaning of and, but and because.
- Use and, but and because in controlled A1 sentences.
- Identify and correct common beginner errors.
- Apply the concept in a short personal or everyday context.
And, but and because
Connect simple ideas with basic linking words.
Grammar rules
- Use and to add information.
- Use but to contrast ideas.
- Use because to give a reason.
Examples
- I work and study.
- She is tired, but she is happy.
- I stayed home because it was raining.
Common mistakes
- Using a form that does not agree with the subject or noun.
- Using the correct words in the wrong order.
- Adding or omitting a required auxiliary, article or preposition.
- Choosing a form that changes the intended meaning.
Revision notes
Review the rule, say the examples aloud, write two new examples and retake the concept test until you achieve at least 80%.
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