Combine the following sentences to show the relationship of contrast. Make the necessary changes

1. A storm was approaching. The climbers continued their trek up the mountains. 2. I washed my hands. They still looked dirty. 3. I held a lot of studying to do. I went to the cinema anyway. 4. They have a car. They rarely use it.

5. He has a number of relations living nearby. He never visits them. 6. She said she didn't want to change her job. She may change her mind. 7. She doesn't enjoy her job. She works hard. 8. They were late. They didn't hurry.

9. The weather was bad. We enjoyed the outing. 10. David's dad did his best to teach him to drive. David failed his driving test.

9.3. TEXT CONNECTORS DENOTING REASON AND RESULT (CAUSE AND EFFECT) because/ as/ so/ as a result/ therefore/ that's why/ since

Study the following examples.

I bought an umbrella because I thought it wouldrain.

As it was raining I bought an umbrella.

Since it looks as though it might rain. I've bought an umbrella.

He was late so he ran to the station.

It was raining hard, therefore we didn 't go out.

It was raining, that's why we stayed at home. We missed the last bus and as a result we had to walk all way home.

Choose the correct connector.

1. As/as a result it was such a beautiful day, we decided to have a picnic.

2. It was his birthday because/so we decided to buy him a present.

3. As a result/since all the seats on the train were taken, we had to stand.

4. The banks were closed and since/as a result we couldn't get any money.

5. I didn't find the book very interesting so/as I didn't finish it.

6. I'm tired out, as a result/that's why I am going home.

7. George has got a new job, because/that's why he's so pleased with himself.

8. Since/as a result a diamond is extremely hard it can be used to cut glass.

9. Jim had to give up jogging that's why/because he sprai­ned his ankle.

10. Two of the three factories in our small town have closed, because/therefore unemployment is high.