Connect cause and result
Develop connected discourse through a focused grammar itinerary.
Connect cause and result
Use perché, poiché, siccome, and dato che to introduce a cause. Siccome normally comes at the start of the sentence. Use quindi, perciò, di conseguenza, and pertanto to introduce a result. Separate long clauses with punctuation so that the logical direction remains clear.
- Il traffico è aumentato perché mancano alternative.· Traffic has increased because alternatives are lacking.
- Poiché il parco è poco illuminato, molti lo evitano.· Since the park is poorly lit, many people avoid it.
- Siccome il quartiere cresce, servono nuovi servizi.· As the neighbourhood is growing, new services are needed.
- Dato che i costi sono alti, il progetto sarà graduale.· Given that costs are high, the project will be gradual.
Form, meaning, and contrast
Compare the second set of models. Identify the contrast in meaning, then check verb form, agreement, pronoun position, and the logical relation before you produce a new sentence.
- Mancano autobus; quindi molte persone usano l’auto.· Buses are lacking; therefore many people use cars.
- La strada è pericolosa, perciò chiediamo un intervento.· The road is dangerous, so we request action.
- I dati sono cambiati; di conseguenza, rivedremo il piano.· The data have changed; consequently, we will review the plan.
- Il progetto è utile e pertanto merita sostegno.· The project is useful and therefore deserves support.