Cause and Effect

Front

What is the MOST important and helpful signal word we know?

Back

Because

Front

Cause is the ____________.

Back

Why

Front

What could be the cause of Brandon making the basketball team?

Back

He practiced every day.

Front

In the sentence, what is the signal word or phrase that points out the cause? 'As a result of studying, Cindy earned 100% on her spelling test.'

Back

as a result

Front

Effect is the ______________.

Back

What

Front

What does 'cause' refer to in a cause and effect relationship?

Back

The reason something happens.

Front

What does 'effect' refer to in a cause and effect relationship?

Back

The result of a cause.

Front

Give an example of a cause and its effect: 'It rained heavily.'

Back

The streets flooded.

Front

What signal word indicates an effect?

Back

As a result.

Front

What is a common cause signal word?

Back

Because.