Cause and Effect Linkers

​Cause-Effect Transitions

Transition signals are very useful in achieving good cohesion and coherence in your essays.

Cause and effect is a relationship between events or things, where one is the result of the others. ​

Cause| Effect

​Some text here about the topic of discussion.

​Choose the most appropriate option

Multiple Choice

Some families choose to homeschool their kids ___________they are disappointed with the current education system.

• SINCE

• BECAUSE

• DUE TO

Multiple Choice

Many people are unemployed ___________the economic crisis.

• SINCE

• DUE TO

• FOR

Multiple Choice

Standardized exams have been strongly criticized______________ alternatives forms assessment are being considered.

• ,THAT IS THE REASON WHY

• ; THAT IS THE REASON WHY

• ; THAT IS BECAUSE

Multiple Choice

Remote schooling usually implies more working hours___________ teachers are askingfor a pay rise.

• , so

• ; so

• so

Multiple Choice

Millennials are thought to be more relaxed in their jobs ____________many hiring managers select older candidates.

• ; THEREFORE,

• THEREFORE

• THEREFORE,

Multiple Choice

________________the pandemic, more health workers are being recruited at the hospital.

• BECAUSE

• OWING TO,

• OWING TO

Let's write some sentences!

Combine each pair of sentences using the transitions given.

Open Ended

The company began offering flexible working hours. The levels of productivity increased.

CONSEQUENTLY

Open Ended

Operators had disregarded safety rules. There was a tragic accident at the factory.

DUE TO

Open Ended

Assessment puts a lot of pressure on students. They may suffer from stress during exam time.

THEREFORE

Open Ended

First impressions are very important in job interviews. Candidates should pay attention to outfit and appearance.

FOR THIS REASON