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Reason Clauses – Quiz 1
Reason Clauses Quiz 1 (7 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates students' understanding and usage of reason clauses introduced by "such." It covers the identification and application of consequence indication, purpose and intention in sentences, causal relationships, and correct use of conjunctions to introduce reasons. The test assesses comprehension of result clauses and the overall skill of recognizing and using reason clauses effectively.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
Dr Leung arranged some extra tutorials ..... give her students more opportunities to ask questions before the examination.
A) With the results.
B) So.
C) So as to.
D) In order.
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Explanations:
"Dr Leung arranged some extra tutorials so as to give her students more opportunities to ask questions before the examination." This sentence uses a reason clause, where "so as to" is used to indicate the purpose or intention behind Dr. Leung's action. The phrase "so as to" directly expresses that the extra tutorials were organized with the specific goal of increasing question-asking opportunities.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
With the results. - Incorrect, does not indicate purpose.
Option B:
So. - Incorrect, "so" alone is ambiguous without further context.
Option C:
So as to. - Correct, directly expresses the intended purpose of the action.
Option D:
In order. - While similar, "in order to" is less common in this context compared to "so as to."
2.
A key piece of equipment broke down ..... the laboratory session had to be cancelled.
A) With a view.
B) So that.
C) With the result that.
D) On account of.
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Explanations:
"Option C) With the result that" is correct because it introduces a reason clause, indicating the consequence of the equipment breaking down. This fits well with the context where the laboratory session had to be cancelled due to the equipment failure.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"With a view" suggests purpose or intention, which is not relevant here.
Option B:
"So that" implies a result intended by an action, but in this case, the session cancellation was an unintended consequence.
Option C:
"With the result that" correctly indicates the outcome or consequence of the equipment breaking down.
Option D:
"On account of" suggests a reason for something, but it is less precise in indicating the direct result compared to "with the result that."
3.
David was ..... busy with his final-year project that he was unable to take part in extra-curricular activities.
A) Such.
B) So.
C) With the purpose of.
D) That.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) So.
The phrase "So... that" is used to indicate a result of an action or state, which fits the context of David being so busy with his project that he couldn't participate in extra-curricular activities.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Such" is typically followed by a noun and does not fit the sentence structure.
Option B:
"So... that" correctly indicates the result of being busy, making it suitable for this context.
Option C:
"With the purpose of" implies intention rather than a resulting state or action, which is not appropriate here.
Option D:
"That" alone does not provide the necessary connection to indicate the result as effectively as "So... that".
4.
It was ..... a successful lecture series that the English Language Centre decided to repeat it the following semester.
A) Because.
B) Such.
C) So.
D) Then.
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Explanations:
"Such" is used to introduce a noun phrase that refers back to a previously mentioned noun, indicating the extent of an adjective or past verb. In this sentence, "Such" correctly introduces "a successful lecture series," emphasizing its quality before stating the decision to repeat it.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Because" is not appropriate here as it would introduce a reason clause, which is unnecessary in this context.
Option B:
Correct. "Such" properly introduces the noun phrase and emphasizes the success of the lecture series.
Option C:
"So" typically follows an adjective or adverb to express result, not introduction of a noun phrase in this way.
Option D:
"Then" suggests a sequence of events rather than introducing the lecture series itself.
5.
The examination had to be postponed ..... the typhoon.
A) Such.
B) On account of.
C) Because.
D) So.
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Explanations:
"Such," "Because," and "So" do not fit grammatically in the given context to introduce a reason clause. "On account of" is the correct choice as it properly introduces the reason for postponing the examination due to the typhoon.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Such - Incorrect; does not introduce a reason.
Option B:
On account of - Correct; properly introduces the reason.
Option C:
Because - Incorrect; can be used but "on account of" is more formal and appropriate here.
Option D:
So - Incorrect; indicates a result, not a reason.
6.
..... Tony has a very good foundation in English, he had little difficulty in passing the examination.
A) Becose.
B) With the result of.
C) With a view.
D) As.
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Explanations:
As is used to introduce a reason clause, which explains the cause of what has been stated in the main clause. In this sentence, "Tony has a very good foundation in English" (main clause) and "he had little difficulty in passing the examination" (result). The word "as" connects these two clauses by indicating that Tony's strong English skills were the reason for his success.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Becose is a misspelling of because, which introduces a result clause rather than a reason clause.
Option B:
With the result of does not introduce a reason but rather indicates possession or association with a result.
Option C:
With a view means purpose or intention and is unrelated to introducing reasons for actions or events.
Option D:
As correctly introduces a reason clause, explaining why Tony passed the examination easily due to his good foundation in English.
7.
Professor Li repeated the point in Cantonese ..... the students would fully understand.
A) On order that.
B) In order.
C) So that.
D) So,.
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Explanations:
"Professor Li repeated the point in Cantonese
so that
the students would fully understand." This sentence uses a reason clause, where "so that" introduces the purpose of repeating the point. It ensures the students can understand.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
On order that - Incorrect. "On order that" is not a standard English phrase for introducing a reason.
Option B:
In order - Incorrect. This phrase typically introduces a sequence or intention, not a specific result like understanding in this context.
Option C:
So that - Correct. "So that" is used to introduce the purpose of an action, which fits here as it explains why Professor Li repeated the point in Cantonese.
Option D:
So,. - Incorrect. This option is incomplete and does not serve as a proper conjunction for introducing a reason clause.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are reason clauses?
Reason clauses are adverbial clauses that provide the reason or cause for an action, situation, or statement. They typically begin with words like 'because' or 'since'.
How do reason clauses differ from other types of adverbial clauses?
Reason clauses specifically explain the cause or justification for something, whereas other types of adverbial clauses may provide time, place, condition, or manner information.
Can reason clauses be placed anywhere in a sentence?
Yes, reason clauses can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence. Their position often affects the emphasis and clarity of the sentence.
Are there any common mistakes when using reason clauses?
Common mistakes include confusing reason clauses with other types of clauses, incorrectly placing them in a sentence, or omitting necessary words like 'because' that introduce the clause.
How do reason clauses enhance writing?
Reason clauses help explain why something is true or happens, providing clarity and supporting arguments in both academic and everyday writing.