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b. They are living under the same roof. They are poor. (because
of)

c. The level of river rose above the danger level. They issued an
alert notice. (so)

d. The deer saw an attractive lawn of grass across the river. They
crossed the river. (therefore)

e. She stumbled on the log. She has a poor eyesight. (due to)
f. They are quite hard to find. They are rather expensive.

(therefore)
3.3. Use ‘because’, ‘so’ or ‘because of’ to complete the sentences below.

a. He fell into the pond ………………….. his stupidity.
b. I lost the balance ……………… the place was slippery.

c. There was a forecast of hurricane ………………… they ran to a
safe place.

d. Munni had an eye problem ……………. she went to an
ophthalmologist.

e. The accident took place ……………….. the driver’s carelessness.
f. The parties were on the street …………….the government hiked

the fuel’s price.
3.4. Read the sentences below and note the relationship of a condition

with its consequence.

a. If you invite me, I’ll come.

b. If they get there in time, they will be awarded.

c. If he is convinced, he can give up smoking.

d. If it rains, the river may get flooded.
e. If you pretend to be a sick, you’ll be excused.

f. If night falls, it gets dark.

g. If you melt ice, it turns into water.

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