📝 Daily Short Practice
🎯 Vocabulary Goal
Learn useful noun + preposition phrases to talk about reasons for things.
📚 Words & Phrases
| Word or phrase | Simple meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
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a reason for |
the cause of something | There is a reason for the delay. |
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a cause of |
something that makes something happen | Smoking is a cause of illness. |
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a solution for |
an answer to a problem | We found a solution for the noisy room. |
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a cause of concern |
something that worries people | The pollution is a cause of concern. |
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an excuse for |
a reason to explain why you did something wrong | He gave an excuse for being late. |
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a demand for |
a strong need or want for something | There is a demand for new books. |
🔍 See It in Context
Talking about reasons for problems
A: Do you know the reason for the noise? B: Yes, the construction is the cause of it. A: That is a cause of concern for the neighbors. B: We have a solution for the problem. A: Good! Is there a demand for quieter work times? B: Yes, many people want that. A: He made an excuse for missing the meeting yesterday.
💡 Notice the Pattern
Using noun + preposition combinations
Use a noun followed by the preposition to show a connection. For example, say 'reason for' or 'excuse for'. This pattern helps talk clearly about causes or reasons.
- There is a reason for your success.
- She gave an excuse for being late.
💬 Useful Examples
- What is the reason for your absence?
- There is a demand for fresh fruit in the market.
- The loud music is a cause of concern.
- We need a solution for the parking problem.
✏️ Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks
1.
Can you give me ____ your mistake? (an excuse for / a cause of / a demand for)
2.
The rain is ____ the delay. (a solution for / a cause of / a demand for)
3.
There is ____ new phones in the store. (an excuse for / a cause of / a demand for)
4.
We found ____ the broken computer. (a solution for / a cause of concern / an excuse for)
5.
The dirty water is ____. (a reason for / a cause of concern / a demand for)
🔗 Exercise 2 – Matching
1.
a reason for
2.
a demand for
3.
an excuse for
4.
a solution for
5.
a cause of concern
✅ Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice
1.
Which phrase means a reason why something happens?
2.
What phrase shows a strong need for something?
3.
If you want to explain why you are late, you give what?
4.
When something worries people, it is called what?
5.
If you fix a problem, you have what?
📝 Use It Yourself
Say the sentence: I have a reason for my choice.
Example:
I have a reason for my choice.
🎙️ Speaking Practice
Practice these sentences aloud.
Say:
There is a cause of concern about the weather.
Say:
We found a solution for the broken chair.
Ask:
What is the reason for the meeting?
Say:
She gave an excuse for being absent.
🔎 Answer Key
Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks
1. an excuse for
2. a cause of
3. a demand for
4. a solution for
5. a cause of concern
Exercise 2 – Matching
1. b – the cause of something
2. c – a strong need or want
3. d – a reason to explain a mistake
4. e – an answer to a problem
5. a – something that worries people
Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice
1. a cause of
2. a demand for
3. an excuse for
4. a cause of concern
5. a solution for