Here's a breakdown:
* Purpose: The reason or intention behind an action.
* Adverb: A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, providing more information about it.
* Adverb of Purpose: An adverb that specifically describes the reason for an action.
Common Adverbs of Purpose:
* to - He went to the store to buy milk.
* in order to - I studied hard in order to pass the exam.
* so as to - She spoke quietly so as to not disturb the baby.
* for - They went to the beach for a swim.
* because - He stayed up late because he wanted to finish the project.
Examples:
* He ran quickly to catch the bus. (The purpose of running quickly was to catch the bus)
* She studied diligently to get a good grade. (The purpose of studying diligently was to get a good grade)
* The dog barked loudly to scare away the intruder. (The purpose of barking loudly was to scare away the intruder)
Key Points:
* Adverbs of purpose often start with "to" or "in order to."
* They can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence.
* They add context and clarity to a sentence by explaining the reason for an action.
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