Distinguishing meanings Part 2: Read the synonyms for the word ‘due’, then classify the sentences afterwards according to which definition they correspond to:a) due to = because of (NB ‘to’ in this case is a preposition, not an infinitivemarker) b) due = expected

Distinguishing meanings Part 2: Read the synonyms for the word ‘due’, then classify the sentences afterwards according to which definition they correspond to:
a) due to = because of (NB ‘to’ in this case is a preposition, not an infinitivemarker) b) due = expected

Ben’s article was due at the end of last week, but it hasn’t arrived.
1. a
2. b
Simon is due to arrive in Moscow in a couple of days.
1. a
2. b
Due to industrial action by air traffic controllers, all flights are delayed.
1. a
2. b
The success of the magazine is due to its editor.
1. a
2. b
Biogrove’s new cosmetics range is due to be launched next week.
1. a
2. b