Cause-and-effect essay

Cause-and-effect essay

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a cause-and-effect essay?

• to persuade the reader

• to inform the reader

• to discuss the pros and cons of an issue

​When writing a cause-and-effect essay, consider yourself an informed explainer who provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the topic and draw their conclusions.

Multiple Select

Which of these are true for cause-and-effect essays?

• Facts are presented in clear, logical format,

• They employ an objective, analytical tone.

• The passive voice is used quite frequently.

Structure

Multiple Choice

Structurally, a cause-and-effect essay is similar to other types of essays.

• Yes

• No

• It depends

​Introduction

• Hook the reader

• State your thesis

• Give a brief overview of the arguments to support your thesis

Multiple Choice

Which of the thesis statements presented below is better?

• The increase in obesity in our country is due to food commercials, fast food, and a sedentary lifestyle.

• The increase in obesity in our country is due to three reasons.

Open Ended

Write a thesis statement for this topic:

the causes and effects of choosing a vegan diet

Include a transitional sentence at the end of one paragraph or the beginning of the next to signal that you are moving from causes to effects.

Block structure

​Point-by- point structure

Conclusion

• Summarize the main points;

• Underscore your thesis;

• End the essay with logical conclusions.

​Signalling causes

​Signalling effects

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about formal style are true?

• No contractions or abbreviations

• Less use of Passive

• More complex noun phrases

• More formal linkers

• Phrasal verbs