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Cause and Effect

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 58mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A loud boom was heard throughout the entire building since the furnace exploded.

a)

cause

b)

effect

2.

Students did very well on their end-of-the-year tests so the school had a carnival.

a)

cause

b)

effect

3.

We hired extra help because our restaurant is expanding.

a)

cause

b)

effect

4.

When all our practices for our dance are done, I slept most of the day

a)

cause

b)

effect

5.

We won because everybody has finished the race in just 2 minutes.

a)

cause

b)

effect

6.

She bought more plants because it makes her happy and healthy.

a)

cause

b)

effect

7.

Many people are busy looking for online jobs since the pandemic hit the economy really bad.

a)

cause

b)

effect

8.

My grandmother told me a story so that I can sleep early.

a)

cause

b)

effect

9.

Everybody contributed their effort for the program to be successful, therefore the manager gave them an increase.

a)

cause

b)

effect

10.

Philip raised his hands so that he can recite.

a)

cause

b)

effect

11.

A strong typhoon has damaged the lowlands resulting to a massive damage in the area.

a)

cause

b)

effect

12.

I lied when my teacher asked me If I finished my homework.

a)

cause

b)

effect

13.

The loud explosions stopped because the soldiers came to rescue.

a)

cause

b)

effect

14.

Billy was feeling sick because he worked all day and night for two weeks.

a)

cause

b)

effect

15.

Arthur handed his resignation letter since he found a better job offer.

a)

cause

b)

effect

16.

The little dog hid his bone so that the big dog won't take it.

a)

cause

b)

effect

17.

Philip and Martha were engaged so they are preparing for their wedding.

a)

cause

b)

effect

18.

Ted shouted hooray when he heard the good news.

a)

cause

b)

effect

19.

I was sad when I lost my best friend.

a)

cause

b)

effect

20.

They danced all night because they celebrated their win from the championship game.

a)

cause

b)

effect

21.
What is the effect in this sentence?
Due to peanut allergies, students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods.
a)
peanut allergies
b)
students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods
c)
yummy
d)
delicious
22.
What are possible causes for not doing your homework?
a)
You earn a 100% on a test.
b)
You left your folder at school.
c)
You are in trouble with your teacher!
d)
You are sitting out of recess doing your missed work.
23.
Peter walked quickly down the dark street.  It was very quiet.  Suddenly, a dog howled.  Peter walked even faster after that.
CAUSE: A dog howled.
What was the EFFECT?
a)
Peter went inside.
b)
Everything was quiet.
c)
Peter walked even faster.
24.
Jason and Kate were not alone on the path.  They could hear footsteps behind them.  "Walk quickly," whispered Jason.  "I think somebody is following us."
EFFECT: Jason thought somebody was following him.
What was the CAUSE?
a)
He could hear footsteps.
b)
He saw Kate on the path.
c)
He and Kate were alone.
25.
At one time, policemen rode horses or went on foot.  Today, outlaws use fast cars to get away.  Many policemen now ride in fast cars or motorcycles.  They could not chase a fast car on horseback.  
CAUSE: Outlaws use fast cars to get away.
What was the EFFECT?
a)
Policemen chase cars on foot.
b)
Horses are used by most policemen.
c)
Policemen ride in cars or on motorcycles.
26.
Our dog is a hero in our town.  One day, little Jimmy Ward did not come home for dinner.  Everyone looked for him all over town.  Finally, our dog found Jimmy asleep under a tree.
CAUSE: Jimmy did not come home for dinner.
What was the EFFECT?
a)
Everyone looked for him.
b)
Jimmy was a hero in our town.
c)
Our dog was asleep.
27.
Name the red part of the sentence.
Jessica had a stomachache because she ate too many peanut butter cookies.
a)
Cause
b)
Effect
28.
Name the red part of the sentence.
Nadia arrive home later than usual and missed her favorite TV show.
a)
Cause
b)
Effect
29.
Name the red part of the sentence.
My button was loose, so my grandmother sewed it on tightly.
a)
Cause
b)
Effect
30.
There was a huge fire in the woods.  What was the effect of this?
a)
We roasted marshmallows. 
b)
The firemen watched the fire.
c)
Many firemen came to put out the fire.
31.
Find the cause.
We drove to the football game so we saw the Bears.
a)
We saw the Bears
b)
We drove to the football game.
32.
Because Amelia was determined to be a famous actor one day, she auditioned for every school play, signed up for after-school acting classes, and subscribed to a special magazine for actors.

What causes Amelia to audition for school plays, sign up for acting classes, and subscribe to an acting magazine?
a)
her determination to be a well-known actor
b)
her dream of being rich one day
c)
her determination to get the lead in the school play
d)
her willingness to try new activities
33.
One reason streams become polluted is storm water runoff. When rain or melted snow runs off, it carries trash from sidewalks and streets with it. These pollutants flow into storm sewers or directly into a lake, stream, or river. Then, bacteria from the trash spread to create health hazards. The trash itself can choke and suffocate ducks, fish, turtles, and birds. Used motor oil, paint, and insecticides can poison fish.

According to this passage, which of the following is caused by storm water runoff?
a)
Swimming pools fill up.
b)
Snow melts and runs off.
c)
Trash chokes ducks, fish, and turtles.
d)
People leave trash on sidewalks and streets.
34.
Cause of Colds
The common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose. There are more than 100 types of cold viruses! The most common is the rhinovirus.

Which sentence from this passage reflects the main idea?
a)
The common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose.
b)
There are more than 100 types of cold viruses!
c)
The most common is the rhinovirus.
d)
Everyone gets colds.
35.
Choose the answer that shows the cause first and the effect second.
a)
They went to the movies, then it rained heavily.
b)
It rained heavily, so they went to the movies instead of the park.
c)
They packed their lunches, so it began to rain.
d)
They went to the movies, so they packed their lunches.