A2 • Lesson 8
Vocabulary and reading to prepare for your lesson
Click each word to see its meaning and an example.
Introduce a reason or cause.
"I like coffee because it is hot."
The cause or explanation for something.
"What is the reason you like this?"
Ask for the reason or cause.
"Why do you like that?"
Show a result or consequence.
"It is rainy, so I stay inside."
Show cause with a noun following.
"I stayed home because of the rain."
Having great value or significance.
"Health is very important to me."
Helpful and practical; having good use.
"This tool is very useful for me."
Give a reason for your preference.
"I like coffee because it's hot."
Directly state a reason.
"The reason is I like coffee."
Show the result of a reason.
"That's why I stay home."
Start a sentence with a reason.
"Because it is rainy, I stay inside."
Show a result from a reason.
"It's cold, so I wear a coat."
Show consequence of a previous point.
"Because of that, I didn't go."
When you tell someone your opinion or what you do, it is good to give a reason. A reason explains why you think or do something. You use the word "because" to introduce a reason.
You can say "I like this because it is good." You can say "I don't like that because it is expensive." You connect your opinion with the reason. The reason comes after "because."
You can also use "so" to show results. You say "It is cold, so I wear a coat." You say "I am tired, so I go to bed." You show what happens because of something else.
Using reasons makes your speaking clearer. When you explain why, people understand you better. They know what you think and why. You use simple words like "because," "so," and "that's why."
Good speakers always give reasons. This is an important skill. You think about why you like or do something. Then you tell people the reason. Practice giving reasons in every conversation.
~240 words • A2 Level
Think about these questions before your lesson.
For each question above, write maximum 3 keywords — no sentences. Then practise speaking your answer out loud from just the keywords.
Q1: "Why do you like English? Give a reason."
Your 3 keywords: / /
Now say your answer out loud. Speak for about 30 seconds from just your keywords.
Q2: "Why is learning easy or difficult for you?"
Your 3 keywords: / /
Speak for 30 seconds. Let your brain build the sentences from the keywords.
Q3: "What do you like about your home? What is the reason?"
Your 3 keywords: / /
Say your answer out loud — don't just think it! Your keywords are enough.
Remember: keywords only. Your brain does the rest. Mistakes are good — they mean you're practising speaking, not reading.
Preparation time: ~15 minutes