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This vocabulary is slightly different to cause and effect vocabulary. It is used to explain the reason why something happens. 

In order to

This is a more academic form of ‘to’. It is an infinitive, so is followed by the simple form of the verb. 

In order to stop the ice caps melting, it is necessary to tackle global warming. 

So that 

This is followed by a full clause. 

The government should invest in the education system so that all children have an opportunity to succeed.

Allow / Enable

This is a verb. It is often used as an infinitive (to + verb). 

Cheaper forms of travel are needed to allow / enable people to work in different countries. 

New technology has allowed / enabled many manufacturers to replace workers with machines. 

⇨ Here are some more examples.

I believe sport stars should be role models so that young people are inspired to behave well.

The government should provide maternity pay to enable mothers to properly look after their children.

Many people wish to be self-employed in order to make more money.

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