Cause and Effect

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What is the definition of 'cause' in a cause and effect relationship?

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A cause is an event or action that leads to a result or effect.

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What is the definition of 'effect' in a cause and effect relationship?

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An effect is the result or outcome that occurs as a consequence of a cause.

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In the statement 'Because it rained, I got soaked,' what is the cause?

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The cause is 'it rained'.

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In the statement 'Samantha fell asleep in class because she went to bed late last night,' what is the effect?

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The effect is 'Samantha fell asleep in class'.

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What is an example of a cause and effect relationship in daily life?

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If you do not water a plant (cause), it will wilt (effect).

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What happens first in a cause and effect relationship?

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The cause happens first.

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How can understanding cause and effect help in problem-solving?

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It helps identify the reasons behind events and predict outcomes.

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What is a common signal word that indicates a cause?

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'Because' is a common signal word indicating a cause.

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What is a common signal word that indicates an effect?

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'Therefore' is a common signal word indicating an effect.

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Can a single cause lead to multiple effects? Provide an example.

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Yes, a single cause can lead to multiple effects. For example, a heavy rainstorm (cause) can lead to flooding, traffic accidents, and power outages (effects).