So that shows purpose or result. This is a subordinating conjunction. The auxiliary verbs may, might, can and could are common in clauses introduced by so that.

Study the examples given below.

He works hard. He wants to pass the test.

We can combine these two clauses using so that.

He works hard so that he may pass his test.

Another example is given below.

He borrowed some money from his friend. He wanted to buy a car.

He borrowed some money from his friend so that he could buy a car.

She practiced well. She won the first prize.

She practiced well so that she could win the first prize.

Combine the following sentences using so that.

1. He worked hard. He wanted to make lots of money.

2. He goes to bed early. He wants to get up early.

3. They grow vegetables in the backyard. They want to have fresh vegetables all year round.

4. I want to prepare the land. I want to grow vegetables there.

5. Take a guide with you. You will not lose your way.

6. He left his home early. He wanted to reach the station in time.

7. He promised his daughter a prize. He wanted her to work hard.

Answers

1. He worked hard so that he might make lots of money.

2. He goes to bed early so that he may get up early.

3. They grow vegetables in the backyard so that they can have fresh vegetables all year round.

4. I want to prepare the land so that I can grow vegetables there.

5. Take a guide with you so that you may not lose your way.

6. He left his home early so that he might reach the station in time.

7. He promised his daughter a prize so that she might work hard.