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e.g.
1. We shouted. This meant that we could warn everyone of the danger.
We shouted so that we could warn everyone of the danger.
2. I am going to Spain. This means that I may learn Spanish.
I am going to Spain so that I may learn Spanish.
3. I get up early. I may catch the first train.
I get up early so that I may catch the first train.
Exercise: Rewrite the following using "so that".
1. I gave him my address. This meant that he could contact me.
2. Mother gave me some pocket money. This meant that I might buy some food.
3. I leave early. This meant that I may not miss the bus.
4. I am saving money. This means that I can buy a motorbike.
5. I wore warm clothes. This meant that I might not get cold.
6. The teacher raised his voice. This meant that we all could hear her.
7. He went to the sea-side. This meant that he might improve his health.
8. He wore glasses and a false beard. This meant that nobody would recognize him.
9. He is given a complete break in the hot season. This means that he does not become too tired.
10. All working elephants are taken to bathe daily. This means that their sensitive skin is kept in good condition.
11. They wrote the notices in several languages. This meant that foreign tourists understand them.
12. Mg Mg studied English. This meant that he might pass the exam.
13. He works hard. This means that he may get promotion.
14. She took a taxi to work. This meant that she could get there in time.
15. He studied late at night. This meant that he could digest the lesson.
16. She takes physical exercises. This means that she may be slim.
17. She refused to get married. She took after her parents well.
