Clauses with Because, Before, After, As soon as
Complete each sentence. Circle the letter of the correct answer. 
1. Because the Stars' best player was hurt,___.
a) they didn't expect to win. b) their fans were very happy. 
2. As soon as they came out on the field,____.  a) everybody cheered. b) they lost. 
3. Before the game started, ____.
a) the players took showers. b) the players looked nervous. 
4. As soon as they started to play, ____.
a) they weren't nervous anymore. b) they lost. 
5. Because they won, ___.
a) their fans were excited. b) their fans were upset. 
6. They went out to celebrate after ___.
a) they finished playing. b) they lost the game.