What is a because but so exercise?
The exercise is called Because, But, So and it comes from Judith Hochman’s amazing book the Writing Revolution. In our curriculum we typically have students complete a Because, But, So after reading or discussing an important passage from a book.
How many sentences are there in and but so and why?
GRAMMAR QUIZ AND BUT SO BECAUSE ?Complete these sixteen sentences to score your knowledge of AND, BUT, SO, and BECAUSE. 1. I was late for class this morning … 9. My bedroom was very cold … I forgot the bus was late. to close the window. a) so a) because b) because b) so c) but c) but 2. I usually go home at four o’clock, 10.
What is the difference between “so” and “but”?
In this sentence, “so” can be used because the second part of the sentence reinforces the first part. The conjunction “but” would not make sense because it would indicate a contrast that is not present in the sentence. Incorrect: My friend Mary loves to shop in designer stores but, she is very stylish.
What is the difference between “but” and “because” in a sentence?
“But” is used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned. “Because” introduces a reason for an action. It is perfectly possible to combine these two in a sentence because they do not contradict each other. I have provided some examples below.