So as to, in order to, so that, in order that.
Purpose clauses are used to state the purpose of the action in the independent clause. The most common type of purpose clause is a to-infinitive clause.
- Pauline travelled to Michigan to visit her family.
However, in order to and so as to are often used in formal speaking and writing.
- Human Resources called two of the job applicants in order to obtain extra information about their qualifications
- Human Resources called two of the job applicants so as to obtain extra information about their qualifications
A purpose clause can also be introduced by so that or in order that. These finite purpose clauses usually contain a modal verb.
- I left work earlier so that I could attend Sandra’s graduation
- I got up early in order that I wouldn’t be late
So that implies that the cause was deliberately done by someone in order to get a specific result.
Check the following website in order to get more information on the use of purpose clauses.
Punctuation Review
Read the following brief punctuation guide . Then go online to practice the use of punctuation:
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