A Mini Lesson by Diana Dell, Ed.S.
A cause is something that makes something else happen. Out of two events, it is the event that happens first. To determine the cause, ask the question "Why Did it Happen?"
An effect is what happens as a result of the cause. Of two related events, it’s the one that happens second or last. To determine the effect, ask the question "What Happened?"
Practice pairing causes and effects with these activities:http://www.quia.com/mc/94601.htmlhttp://www.quia.com/mc/20632.html
At times connecting words are used to link the cause and effect. Examples of connecting words are:
because, so, consequently, therefore, due to the fact, since, as a result, the reason for, thus, nevertheless
Practice selecting connecting words for sentences with this activity:http://www.smccd.net/accounts/sevas/esl/gramcheck/8-7.html
