Lesson 20: Unit 163 - So That / In Case
Learn how to use "so that" to express purpose and "in case" to express precaution in future or past situations.
About this lesson
In this lesson you will learn the difference between "so that" and "in case" and how to use them correctly in English. You will master the structures for expressing purpose (positive and negative) and precaution through practical examples. You will read authentic clothing advertisements and notice these structures in a real context. These important grammar structures will help you form more complex and natural English sentences.
40 minutes
What you'll learn
- Understand when 'so that' is used to express purpose
- Distinguish the three uses of 'so that': negative purpose, with 'can/could', and when two people do different actions
- Use 'in case' for actions taken in advance when a problem is expected
- Apply the correct tense after 'in case' (present simple for the future, past simple for the past)
- Recognise 'so that' and 'in case' in authentic texts such as advertisements
Lesson vocabulary
- purpose We use 'so that' to talk about the purpose of doing something.
- hurry I hurried so that I wouldn't be late.
- in advance We use 'in case' to talk about things we do in advance to help us if there is a problem later.
- carry She always carries an umbrella in case it rains.
- microporous fabric It is made of special microporous fabric so that it employs a moisture barrier.
- moisture barrier The fabric employs a moisture barrier that is melded to a soft non-woven fabric.
- ventilation Designed to maximize ventilation options so that the user can adapt to changing terrain.
- adapt The user can adapt to changing terrain and environmental conditions.
- wind proof Made with 3-layer WINDSTOPPER® fabric so that it ensures the highest quality wind proof and water resistance.
- water resistance It ensures the highest quality wind proof and water resistance.
- excess material This jacket is designed in a way so that it fits close without excess material.
- convert It converts to short sleeves in case of hot weather.
- versatile The Gore Phantom Plus jersey is versatile too – it converts to short sleeves in case of hot weather.
- emergency Carry your mobile phone in case you need it in an emergency.
- terrain The user can adapt to changing terrain and environmental conditions.
In other languages: Български