Problem Description:
The task involves identifying the
effect that logically follows a given
cause. The worksheet provides examples of cause-and-effect relationships and asks the student to circle the most likely effect for each cause.
Step-by-Step Solution:
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Example 1:
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Cause: Ray was tired after the race.
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Effect Options:
1. Ray played on the swings.
2. Ray sat down under a tree.
Reasoning:
- The cause states that Ray was
tired after the race. When someone is tired, they are more likely to rest or sit down rather than engage in physical activities like playing on the swings.
- Therefore, the most logical effect is that Ray sat down under a tree.
Correct Answer: Ray sat down under a tree.
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Example 2:
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Cause: Jared's grandpa gave him a dollar.
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Effect Options:
1. Jared went to school.
2. Jared bought an ice cream snack.
Reasoning:
- The cause states that Jared received a dollar from his grandpa. Receiving money typically leads to spending it, especially if there is something specific he can buy with it.
- The option "Jared went to school" does not directly relate to receiving money, as going to school is usually unrelated to having a dollar.
- The option "Jared bought an ice cream snack" makes sense because it is a plausible way to spend the dollar he received.
Correct Answer: Jared bought an ice cream snack.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of cause and effect worksheet 2nd grade.
