Clauses of result – what happens because of something

• So
• As a result
• I was tired, so I went to bed.

Clauses of contrast – opposite or different ideas

• But – something different. I like oranges, but I don’t like strawberries.
• Although – action is surprising or different – Although it was cold, we walked to school.

Clauses of reason – why something happens

• Because – answers why
• I stayed at home because I was ill.

Clauses of time – when something happens – present tense

• When – at the time – I listen to music when I study.
• Before – earlier than – I met her before work.
• After – later than – We went home after the film.

Clauses of purpose – why we do something/what is the goal

• To
• In order to
• I went to the shop to buy milk and cheese.