Cause and Effect Flashcard

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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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Example of a Cause: Why do people gather to watch a rocket launch?

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People gather to watch a rocket launch because it is a historic event.

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Example of an Effect: What happens when a shark attacks?

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When a shark attacks, it is often because it mistakes a person for a seal.

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What is the relationship between Cause and Effect?

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The relationship is that a cause leads to an effect. The cause is the reason, and the effect is the result.

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Identify the Cause: 'Galileo wrote a book called Starry Messenger.'

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The cause is 'Galileo wrote a book called Starry Messenger.'

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Identify the Effect: 'He got famous.'

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The effect is 'He got famous.'

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What is 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 it mean to stand up for your beliefs?

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To stand up for your beliefs means to defend what you think is right, even if it is difficult.

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Why did Galileo live under house arrest?

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Galileo lived under house arrest because he stood up for his beliefs.