Cause & Effect

Cause: Ivan was taken from his home and came to live with Mack.

What is the Effect?

• Ivan feels lonely or has to adapt to a new environment.

• Ivan becomes a famous movie star.

• Ivan returns to his original home immediately.

• Ivan learns to speak human languages.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Effect: Ivan is creating a plan to save Ruby.

What is the cause?

• Ruby is in danger or needs help, possibly due to Mack's actions.

• Ivan wants to become famous.

• Ruby is planning to escape on her own.

• Ivan is bored and looking for something to do.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Cause: Mack uses the claw stick on Ruby.

What is the effect?

• Ruby is hurt or scared, so Ivan decides to help Ruby.

• Ruby gets a new toy to play with.

• Mack gives Ruby a treat for good behavior.

• Ivan paints a picture of Mack.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Effect: Ivan becomes more determined to help Ruby.

What is the cause?

• Ruby decides to leave the zoo on her own.

• Ivan witnesses Ruby being mistreated by Mack.

• Ivan is given a new toy to play with.

• Ivan finds a new friend to play with.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Cause: Stella makes Ivan promise to help Ruby.

What is the effect?

• Ivan feels hopeful and starts planning for Ruby's future.

• Ivan decides to stay with Mack forever.

• Ivan forgets about Ruby's situation.

• Ruby becomes sad and withdrawn.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Cause: Ruby is feeling sad and lonely after Stella's death.

What is the effect?

• Ivan ignores Ruby's feelings.

• Ruby starts painting like Ivan.

• Ruby becomes a famous performer.

• Ivan talks more to Ruby and tells her stories to comfort her.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3