Cause and Effect

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What is a cause in a cause and effect relationship?

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A cause is an event or action that leads to a result or effect.

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What is an effect in a cause and effect relationship?

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An effect is the outcome or result that occurs due to a specific cause.

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Provide an example of a cause and its effect.

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

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What does the term 'consequently' mean?

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

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In the sentence 'I was late for work because my alarm clock did not go off', identify the cause and effect.

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Cause: My alarm clock did not go off. Effect: I was late for work.

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How can you identify the effect in a cause and effect statement?

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The effect often answers the question 'what happened?' after the cause.

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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; one event influences another.

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What is an example of an effect that can have multiple causes?

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Effect: A car accident. Possible causes: Distracted driving, speeding, or poor weather conditions.

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What is the difference between a direct cause and an indirect cause?

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A direct cause leads immediately to an effect, while an indirect cause may contribute to the effect through a chain of events.

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How can understanding cause and effect improve critical thinking skills?

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It helps in analyzing situations, predicting outcomes, and making informed decisions.

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