Cause and Effect (The Exercise)

1. What is the definition of a cause in the context of cause and effect?

• A. A consequence that follows an event.

• B. The reason or motive for an action.

• C. The result of an action.

• D. A signal word indicating a relationship.

2. Which of the following best describes an effect?

• A. An event that occurs before another.

• B. A signal word used in cause and effect.

• C. The result or conclusion of an action.

• D. The reason something happens.

3. In a cause and effect sentence, where does the effect typically appear?

• A. At the beginning of the sentence.

• B. In the middle of the sentence.

• C. After the cause.

• D. Before the cause.

4. What question can you ask to identify the cause of an event?

• A. Why did it happen?

• B. Where did it happen?

• C. When did it happen?

• D. What happened?

5. Which signal word is commonly used to indicate a cause?

• A. Because

• B. Therefore

• C. Consequently

• D. However

6. Which of the following is NOT a common structure for cause and effect sentences?

• A. The traffic jam resulted from an accident.

• B. The flowers bloomed in spring.

• C. Because it was raining, the event was canceled.

• D. The storm caused the power outage.

7. If a student studies hard, what is a likely effect?

• A. They will become less motivated.

• B. They will have more free time.

• C. They will likely improve their grades.

• D. They will forget everything.

8. Which of the following sentences demonstrates a clear cause and effect relationship?

• A. It rained, so the ground is wet.

• B. She enjoys reading books.

• C. He plays soccer every weekend.

• D. The sun rises in the east.

9. Which of the following statements about cause and effect is accurate?

• A. Cause and effect is only applicable in scientific contexts.

• B. Cause and effect can only be expressed in complex sentences.

• C. Cause and effect relationships are irrelevant in narratives.

• D. Understanding cause and effect is essential for comprehension.

10. How does understanding cause and effect enhance reading comprehension?

• A. It makes reading more enjoyable.

• B. It reduces the need for critical thinking.

• C. It helps readers identify relationships between events.

• D. It allows readers to memorize texts better.