To/in order to

Grammar

Rule: We can use to+verb to talk about purpose. In more formal language or in writing, we can also use in order to+verb.

Examples:

1º Mr. Reeder jumped into the water in order to help the baby boy.

2º He looked into the well to see why the donkey was quiet.

3º She stopped on the waterfront to rescue a small boy.

Functions

Expressing purpose

1º Why did she send you a card? - To say thank you.

2º Why did you get up early yesterday? - To watch the sun come up.

3º Why did you go to town? - To get a present to my mom.