Cause and Effect

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What is a cause?

Back

A reason for an action or condition. Something that brings about an effect.

Front

What is an effect?

Back

An action or condition that was brought about by a cause.

Front

In the sentence 'I was feeling hungry, so I cooked supper,' what is the cause?

Back

I was feeling hungry.

Front

In the sentence 'I was feeling hungry, so I cooked supper,' what is the effect?

Back

I cooked supper.

Front

What happens if you eat too much ice cream?

Back

You might get a stomachache.

Front

If Mark's fish were very small, what was the effect?

Back

He had to throw them back.

Front

What does the word 'cause' mean?

Back

A reason for an action or condition.

Front

What does the word 'effect' mean?

Back

An action or condition that was brought about by a cause.

Front

What is an example of a cause and effect relationship?

Back

If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

Front

What is a simple cause and effect statement?

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If you study hard (cause), you will do well on the test (effect).