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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What are signal words in a cause and effect relationship?

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Signal words are words or phrases that indicate a cause and effect relationship, such as 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'so'.

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Can the order of cause and effect be reversed in a sentence?

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Yes, the order of cause and effect can be reversed in a sentence without changing the meaning.

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Give an example of a cause and effect relationship.

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

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What is the purpose of identifying cause and effect in a text?

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Identifying cause and effect helps readers understand the relationships between events and the reasons behind them.

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What is a common misconception about cause and effect relationships?

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A common misconception is that the cause must always come before the effect, but they can be presented in any order.

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What is the role of context in understanding cause and effect?

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Context provides background information that helps clarify the relationship between the cause and effect.

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What is an example of a signal word that indicates an effect?

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An example of a signal word that indicates an effect is 'therefore'.

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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 an effect through a chain of events.