C1Englishen.c1.081

Advanced conjunctions: insofar as / inasmuch as / lest

Structure:

insofar as / inasmuch as + clause / lest + subject + (should) + base verb

Insofar as = to the extent that. Inasmuch as = because/since. Lest = in order that... not (very formal).

Example:

The policy is effective insofar as it addresses the immediate problem.

Examples

The policy is effective insofar as it addresses the immediate problem.

Question 1 of 20 correct

Which grammar pattern does this sentence use? "The policy is effective insofar as it addresses the immediate problem."

Absolute construction (nominative absolute)

Absolute construction: All things considered

Absolute construction: The matter having been settled

Advanced affixation: noun and adjective suffixes

Advanced affixation: productive prefixes