Politics and TO

But, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand

The Mayor of my district is working on the streets, but he doesn’t know what could be the best idea to have more beautiful street and parks. He hired some workers to be in charge, engineers and cleaners; however, citizens are not happy with that. They think the Mayor needs more experience.

The president of my country doesn’t have lots of experience; nonetheless, many people voted for him. He may not have lots of experience and expertise, nevertheless, he is doing his best for the country. On the other hand, he thinks family is the most important institution in the country, so only man and woman can get married, not gay people. 

The person in charge of my region is a man. He played an important role during the pandemic. However, at present, he doesn’t show up much in public. We think he should work close together with the population and its organization within the districts. The population demands better streets and bigger parks for the many people who live now. On the other hand, we can say, the streets are small and the parks too. Therefore, we need good professionals to solve this main problem.

Congressmen in my country are not prepared for the position. Just a few are. On the other hand, they work more for money to receive from bad companies. Besides, most of them don’t live in their regions to understand the population and their needs. Nevertheless, very few of them are working honestly.

Purpose: 

To - in order to - so as to – so that

I traveled to Cuzco to take pictures, to eat the food, to drink coca hot drink.

I visited my mother to help her with the cleaning.

I traveled to Trujillo in order to buy a pair of new shoes.

I traveled to Tarapoto so as to visit Sauce.

I traveled to Piura so that I can swim in the sea.

I went to Cajamarca so that we might enjoy the cool weather.

I will cook Tacacho tomorrow so that you may eat this food.

I studied my career in order to work as a professional.

I live in Peru to take care of my parents.

I work part-time to pay my studies.

 

Practice:

1. My mother visited me yesterday in order __ (cook) for me.

2. I want to sell my laptop so as to __ (buy) a new laptop.

3. My sister traveled to Mexico so that __ (could) enjoy the popular beaches.

 

Questions

1. Why did you travel on your vacation?   - I traveled to Arequipa in order to see the Misty, and to enjoy the food and the friendship. Arequipa seemed cold, but it was nice, I made a few friends. They shared some food, I invited them some cake and fruit juice. I will try to go back again. This city is clean and has historical buildings.

2. What was the purpose of your visit last Christmas?  - Last Christmas I went to Iquitos so as to know the town and the landscapes. It was amazing. I wanted to visit my friend Aquiles. He is a friend my childhood.

3. What is the objective of your professional preparation?  - I want to be a good professional and citizen to my town. I think it is important to help my city and my family. I will start working and improving little by little.