🏗️ Sentence Structure Sunday: Because vs Because of

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Hello everyone, and welcome to On Your Mark’s English.

Today is Sunday, and this is Sentence Structure Sunday! 🏗️

We’re learning the difference between because and because of.

They both give a reason, but the grammar is different.

🌧️ Because + Sentence

We use because before a full sentence (Subject + Verb).

Example: “I stayed home because it was raining.” Subject: It Verb: was

🚗 Because of + Noun

We use because of before a noun or a noun phrase. No verb.

Example: “I stayed home because of the rain.” "The rain" is only a noun.

🧠 Remember

Because + subject + verb • Because I was late •Because she is sick

Because of + noun • Because of the traffic • Because of the weather

✍️ Your Turn!

Complete this sentence: “I was late ______ the traffic.” 🚗Is it because or because of? Write your answer in the comments down below.

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