Cause and Effect Structure

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What is the cause of Suri's fall while rock climbing?

Back

Suri attempts a new skill she has learned.

Front

What is the effect of Suri's fall?

Back

Suri smashes her hand.

Front

What are some signal words that indicate cause-and-effect relationships?

Back

since, as a result of, due to

Front

What motivates Amelia to audition for school plays and take acting classes?

Back

Her determination to be a well-known actor.

Front

What is the main idea of the passage about the common cold?

Back

The common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose.

Front

What detail does NOT support the main idea about roller coaster design?

Back

Wooden roller coasters are scarier than steel roller coasters.

Front

What is a cause-and-effect structure in writing?

Back

A way of organizing information that shows the relationship between events or actions and their outcomes.

Front

How can understanding cause and effect help in reading comprehension?

Back

It helps readers identify relationships between events, enhancing understanding of the text.

Front

What is an example of a cause-and-effect relationship in everyday life?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between a cause and an effect?

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A cause is an event or action that leads to another event, while an effect is the outcome or result of that cause.