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clauses of purpose

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  • We were asked to stay in order to finish the project. (so that)
    We were asked to stay so we could finish the project.
  • I need better light so that I can take a good photo. (to)
    I need better light to take a good photo.
  • Dilara moved to Istanbul_______ Emre could see her more often.
    so that
  • We left early so that we could park near the centre. (so as to)
    We left early so as to (be able to) park near the centre.
  • You have to stick at things _____ achieve your goals
    so that you (can)
  • I always take a hat with me so that I don’t get cold. (in order)
    I always take a hat with me in order not to get cold.
  • Haruto will do almost anything _____ avoid an argument.
    (in order/ so as) to
  • Use a plastic hammer so as not to damage it. (so that)
    Use a plastic hammer so so that you don't/ won't damage it.
  • In order _____ save money, we’re giving up buying coffee from coffee shops
    to
  • I put the cake in the oven on a low heat in order ____ burn.
    no to
  • Let’s open the window so that we can let in some fresh air. (to)
    Let's open the window to let in some fresh air.
  • It is essential to practise regularly _______fall behind.
    (in order/ so as) not to
  • I always use this app in order not to get stuck in a traffic jam. (so that)
    I always use this app so that I don't get stuck in a traffic jam.
  • Repeat the vocabulary to yourselves in order______ forget it.
    not to
  • I'm learning English to make new friends. (so that)
    I'm learning English so that I can make new friends.
  • They walked quietly so as not to wake up the children. (so that)
    They walked quietly so that they didn't/ wouldn't wake up the children.
  • The student worked hard to pass the test. (so that)
    The student worked hard so that s/he would/ could pass the test.
  • Could you contact the marketing department to arrange a meeting? (in order)
    Could you contact the marketing department in order to arrange a meeting?
  • Valeria had to stand on a chair ______ reach the shelf.
    (in order/ so as) to
  • We often have to work late so that we don’t fall behind schedule. (so as)
    We often have to work late so as not to fall behind schedule.