Cause and effect linkers
Paul ate too much. He felt ill. (Result)
As a result of eating too much, Paul felt ill.
Olivia didn't study for the test at all. Consequently, she did very badly. (Because)
Because Olivia hadn't studied for the test at all, she did very badly.
The weather was bad so the race was cancelled. (due)
Due to the bad weather, the race was cancelled.