Let's solve each sentence by identifying the
cause (the reason something happens) and the
effect (the result of that cause).
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1. Tim forgot his math book, so he was unable to complete his homework.
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Cause: Tim forgot his math book.
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Effect: He was unable to complete his homework.
> *Explanation:* The reason (cause) Tim couldn't finish his homework is that he left his math book behind. That’s why he couldn’t do it — the effect.
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2. Keegan was hungry because he skipped lunch.
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Cause: He skipped lunch.
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Effect: Keegan was hungry.
> *Explanation:* Skipping lunch (the cause) led to feeling hungry (the effect).
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3. Erin’s car had a flat tire, so she called a tow truck.
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Cause: Erin’s car had a flat tire.
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Effect: She called a tow truck.
> *Explanation:* The flat tire made it impossible to drive, so calling a tow truck was the result (effect).
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4. Gina couldn’t find the cookies because Papa hid them in the cupboard.
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Cause: Papa hid the cookies in the cupboard.
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Effect: Gina couldn’t find the cookies.
> *Explanation:* The hiding of the cookies (cause) caused Gina to be unable to locate them (effect).
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5. Kelly studied her spelling words and she got an A on the test.
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Cause: Kelly studied her spelling words.
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Effect: She got an A on the test.
> *Explanation:* Studying (cause) led to good performance on the test (effect).
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
- Cause: Tim forgot his math book.
- Effect: He was unable to complete his homework.
2.
- Cause: He skipped lunch.
- Effect: Keegan was hungry.
3.
- Cause: Erin’s car had a flat tire.
- Effect: She called a tow truck.
4.
- Cause: Papa hid them in the cupboard.
- Effect: Gina couldn’t find the cookies.
5.
- Cause: Kelly studied her spelling words.
- Effect: She got an A on the test.
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This exercise helps identify relationships between events: what happened
because of something else. Look for clue words like
"because," "so," "since," or
"as a result" to help determine cause and effect.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of super teacher worksheet cause and effect.
