The question "Why was he so successful?" asks about the reason someone did very well in life, in work, or in something important. We use was to talk about the past. Successful means he reached his goals or did something very well. We can say someone was successful in sports, business, music, or school. People can be successful because they work hard, practice a lot, or have talent.
Examples:
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He was successful because he never gave up.
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She was successful in school thanks to her effort.
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Why was he so successful? Because he studied every day.
GRAMMAR
We use the past simple to ask and answer questions about past events.
Question form:
Why + was/were + subject + complement?
Answer form:
Because + subject + verb (past simple).
Examples:
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Why was he successful? – Because he worked hard.
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Why were they happy? – Because they passed the test.
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Why was she tired? – Because she studied all night.
Use was for he, she, it and were for you, we, they.
VOCABULARY
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Successful – Having a good result or reaching your goal
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Work hard – To do your best and not stop
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Practice – To repeat an action to get better
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Smart – Intelligent or clever
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Talent – A natural ability to do something well
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Effort – Hard work and energy
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Goal – Something you want to achieve
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Career – A job or profession
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Respect – To think someone is good or important
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Motivation – The reason to do something
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
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He was successful because…
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She reached her goals.
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He worked day and night.
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Success takes time and effort.
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Never give up.
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He made a big effort.
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She followed her dream.
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Why was he so popular?
SENTENCES
Positive:
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He was very successful in his job.
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She became a successful artist.
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They were successful in their project.
Negative:
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He wasn’t successful at first.
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They weren’t happy with the result.
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She wasn’t lucky, but she worked hard.
Questions:
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Why was he so successful?
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Was she a good student?
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Were they always successful?
Answers:
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He was successful because he practiced every day.
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Yes, she was one of the best in class.
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No, they failed at first, but then they improved.
LONG CONVERSATION
Liam: Did you read about Marco?
Sophia: Marco? The young chef?
Liam: Yes! He opened his first restaurant and it’s already very popular.
Sophia: Wow! Why was he so successful?
Liam: He studied cooking in Italy and worked in many kitchens.
Sophia: That explains it. He must be very passionate.
Liam: Yes, and he started cooking when he was 10!
Sophia: That’s amazing. I think hard work always brings success.
Liam: I agree. He never gave up.
LONG READING
Diego was not always successful. In school, he had trouble with math. But he loved to fix things. When he was 12, he started helping his father in a small workshop. He learned how to repair electronics. He studied hard and practiced every day. After school, he opened his own repair shop. People came from many places to ask for his help. He worked with care and respect. Today, Diego owns a big company. He says, “I wasn’t the best in school, but I followed my passion.”
Questions and Answers:
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Was Diego good at school?
– No, he had trouble with math. -
What did he like to do?
– He liked to fix things. -
How did he become successful?
– He studied, practiced, and worked hard. -
What does he do now?
– He owns a company. -
Why was he so successful?
– Because he followed his passion and never gave up.
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