Grammar

Question 1

The company decided to implement a quality control policy because of falling sales.

Answer 1

We can talk about reason with because. “Because of” is followed by a noun or -ing verb.

Question 2

He is absent due to illness.

Answer 2

We can talk about reason with “due to” followed by a noun or -ing verb. Due to is often used to introduce bad news.

Question 3

Our firm will get the job as a result of presenting the best offer.

Answer 3

We can talk about reason with “as a result of” followed by a noun or -ing verb.

Question 4

The company will hold a seminar so that the employees become familiar with the latest developments.

Answer 4

We can talk about purpose with “so (that)” + a new clause.

Question 5

The boss called a meeting to plan the new advertising campaign.

Answer 5

We can talk about purpose with “to” + verb.

Question 6

We are going to interview many candidates in order to find the best person for the job.

Answer 6

We can talk about purpose with “in order to” + verb.