Cause and Effect

Front

What is a cause?

Back

A cause is something that makes something else happen. It is the reason why an event occurs.

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What is an effect?

Back

An effect is what happens as a result of a cause. It is the outcome of an event.

Front

Give an example of a cause and effect relationship.

Back

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

Front

What happens when you touch a hot stove?

Back

You get burned. (Cause: touching the stove; Effect: getting burned.)

Front

What is the cause of Sanai's team losing the game?

Back

Sanai was sick and did not play.

Front

What is the effect of Carl grabbing the towel?

Back

Mom's cell phone fell into the pool.

Front

What lesson did Destiny learn from her brothers and sisters not playing with her?

Back

She learned that tattling can lead to being lonely.

Front

What caused the snow to melt?

Back

The sun was shining brightly.

Front

What was the effect of Mila selling her old games?

Back

She was able to buy a set of books she wanted.

Front

What is a simple way to remember cause and effect?

Back

Think of it as 'Why did this happen?' (cause) and 'What happened because of it?' (effect).