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 ……………………………………………………………………………………………