1. Peter didn't go to school yesterday because he was sick.  Because of …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2. Because the condition of the house was bad, the city council demolished it.  Because of …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3. Because my car broke down on the high way, I was late for the work.  Because of …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4. Because the job was stressful, she decided to quit it.  Because of …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5. Because the party is noisy, I can't hear what you are saying.  Because of …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6. Because of studying very well, he got scholarship.  Because ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7. Because of not trying his best, he failed the exam.  Because ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8. Because of the high prices, we decided to stay at home instead of going to the movie.  Because ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9. The students arrived late because of the heavy rain.  Because ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10. Because of being late for the meeting, I missed the most important part.  Because ……………………………………………………………………………………………