Subordination with 'because'
I can stretch a simple sentence with 'because' subordination.
Subordination with 'because'
I can stretch a simple sentence with 'because' subordination.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- 'Because' is a joining word.
- A simple sentence can be stretched with 'because' to give a reason to the first idea.
- Joining the first idea with 'because' forms a second idea that is subordinate to the first.
- Using 'because' to stretch a simple sentence forms an adverbial complex sentence.
Keywords
Joining word - a word that joins words or ideas
Reason - explanation or justification
Stretch - to make longer or fuller
Complex sentence - a sentence formed of a simple sentence joined with subordination
Common misconception
Pupils may think that an idea starting with 'because' makes complete sense on its own.
Make sure that 'because' always begins the second idea so that pupils can hear that the idea does not make complete sense by itself.
Licence
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Lesson video
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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