Share Clauses of Purpose and Reason
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He left the door unlocked ______ his colleague could enter without a key
answer: so that
She spoke softly ______ wake the baby
answer: in order not to / so as not to
The documents were stored in a fireproof safe ______ they wouldn't be damaged in an emergency
answer: in case
He trained rigorously ______ ensure he was fully prepared for the championship
answer: in order to / so as to
The government imposed strict measures ______ the crisis spiral out of control
answer: lest
I took an umbrella ______ it rained unexpectedly
answer: in case
She double-checked the figures ______ avoid any miscalculations in the report
answer: in order to / so as to
He kept his voice low ______ anyone overhear the confidential discussion
answer: for fear that
They installed security cameras ______ deter potential burglars
answer: in order to / so as to
She left early ______ she wouldn’t miss her flight
answer: so that / in order not to / so as not to
I studied late into the night ______ I could pass the exam with flying colors
answer: so that
He concealed the evidence ______ be accused of wrongdoing
answer: lest
She wrote down the instructions ______ forget the steps later
answer: in case
He slowed down ______ lose control of the vehicle on the icy road
answer: in order not to / so as not to
The team revised their strategy ______ maximize their chances of success
answer: in order to / so as to
He invested wisely ______ his family could have financial security in the future
answer: so that
