Cause and Effect

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What is a cause?

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A cause is something that makes something else happen. It is the reason why an event occurs.

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What is an effect?

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An effect is what happens as a result of a cause. It is the outcome of an event.

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Give an example of a cause and effect relationship.

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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What does 'consequently' mean?

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Consequently means as a result, effect, or outcome; therefore.

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If Sam fell and scraped his knee, what is the effect?

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Sam went to the school nurse.

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If it was raining outside, what might be a cause for grabbing an umbrella?

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The rain is the cause for grabbing an umbrella.

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What is the cause in the sentence: 'Because she finished her homework, Amy was allowed to go to her friend's house.'?

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The cause is 'Because she finished her homework'.

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What is the effect in the sentence: 'I got a big trophy and a ribbon.'?

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The effect is 'I won the running marathon'.

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What is a possible cause for feeling tired?

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Staying up late is a possible cause for feeling tired.

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What is a possible effect of studying hard for a test?

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A possible effect is getting a good grade.