Cause and Effect Task Cards

John went to the supermarket because he needed food. Which is the cause?

• He was tired

• He needed food

• He needed books

Kate took her medicine because she was feeling sick. Which is the effect?

• She was feeling sick

• She was eating a lot

• She took her medicine

Rick was very quiet because the baby was sleeping. Write down the cause:

Vicky got a music stereo because she wanted to listen pop music. Which is the effect?

• She got a music stereo

• She wanted to listen pop music

• She got new headphones

Paul raised his hand because he had a question. Write down the effect:

I prepared for my test, so I got a good grade. Which is the cause?

• I got a good grade

• I prepared for my test

• I prepared all my materials

They worked out before the game because they wanted to win. Which is the effect?

• They worked out before the game

• They wanted to win

• They played basket

My dad forgot his sweater, so he was cold. Which is the cause?

• He forgot his sweater

• He was cold

• He had his sweater

Amanda was tired because she was working all day. Which is the effect?

• She was working all day.

• Amanda was tired.

• She was sick.

A heavy rain flooded the town. Write down the cause: