Cause and Effect (Writing Test)

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What is a cause in cause and effect relationships?

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A cause is an event or action that directly leads to another event or outcome, known as the effect.

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What is an effect in cause and effect relationships?

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

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What is the purpose of using 'because' in a sentence?

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'Because' is used to introduce a reason or cause for an action or situation.

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What does 'therefore' indicate in a sentence?

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'Therefore' indicates a conclusion or result that follows logically from the preceding statements.

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What is the difference between 'because' and 'because of'?

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'Because' is used to introduce a clause (subject + verb), while 'because of' is used to introduce a noun or noun phrase.

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Provide an example of a cause and effect relationship.

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Cause: It rained heavily. Effect: The streets flooded.

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What is a common mistake when using cause and effect in writing?

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Confusing the order of cause and effect, such as stating the effect before the cause.

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How can transitional phrases enhance writing about cause and effect?

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Transitional phrases like 'as a result', 'consequently', and 'due to' help clarify the relationship between causes and effects.

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What is the role of context in understanding cause and effect?

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Context provides background information that helps clarify the relationship between causes and effects.

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What is a causal chain?

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A causal chain is a sequence of events where each event is the cause of the next event.