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Joe went to the store because he needed food. : Effect. Kaye ate a bowl of soup because she was feeling sick: Cause . Rick was very quiet because the baby was sleeping: Effect. Troy stopped the car because the light turned red: Effect. Jenny raised her hand because she had a question: Cause. The baby was crying so Dad picked him up: Effect. I had to get the mop since I spilled my pop: Cause. John was sick, so he went to the doctor: Effect. What is effect? : What happens 2nd. What is cause? : What happens 1st

Cause and effect can be tricky for some students. Use this editable cause and effect quiz to create practice sheets for your students.

What is a cause: Something that causes something else to happen. What is an effect: What happens because of a cause. Which happens first: cause or effect? : Cause. "I was late to school today, because my alarm didn't go off."What is the CAUSE: My alarm didn't go off. "I stayed up late Saturday night, so I slept in Sunday morning."What is the EFFECT: I slept in Sunday morning. Name the red part of the sentence.Brandon misplaced his drumsticks, so he was unable to play in the concert: Cause. What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. What is the cause in this sentence?Because it rained, I got soaked: it rained. Name the red part of the sentence.There was a car accident on the highway, so we arrived late to school: Cause

What's the effect ? Paul overslept. : He was late for school.. All of the cows ran out of the pen!What was the cause: The gate was open.. What was the effect?Dark clouds appeared in the sky: Rain began to pour down from the sky.. When I woke up, I found that a beautiful, cold blanket of white covered my yard.What was the cause: It must have snowed while I slept.. What are possible causes for not doing your homework: You left your folder at school.. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Bailey could not find her slipper because her new puppy buried it in the yard: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Due to the upcoming storm, we put our bikes in the garage: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Brandon misplaced his drumsticks, so he was unable to play in the concert: Cause. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Mom cooked dinner because we were all hungry: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.My feet grew over the summer, so I needed new shoes: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.There was a car accident on the highway, so we arrived late to school: Cause. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Carlos fell asleep in the car because he went to bed late last night: Cause. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Since the weather was so hot, we went to the swimming pool: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Nadia arrive home later than usual and missed her favorite TV show: Cause. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Jessica had a stomachache because she ate too many peanut butter cookies: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.My button was loose, so my grandmother sewed it on tightly: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Since Andre had a fever, his mother gave him lots of liquids to drink: Cause. Peter walked quickly down the dark street.  It was very quiet.  Suddenly, a dog howled.  Peter walked even faster after that.CAUSE: A dog howled.What was the EFFECT: Peter walked even faster.. Jason and Kate were not alone on the path.  They could hear footsteps behind them.  "Walk quickly," whispered Jason.  "I think somebody is following us."EFFECT: Jason thought somebody was following him.What was the CAUSE: He could hear footsteps.. Which of the following is a signal word or phrase that can point out a cause or effect: because

What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. At a basketball game the crowd cheers after the home team scores a basket. The cheering is the _____ of the team scoring. : EFFECT. If you spill your milk, what is a possible EFFECT of that action: You have to clean it up. There is a rainbow. What is the CAUSE: It rained and it is now sunny. If a student raises their hand in class, the CAUSE of that action is ________. : They want to speak. What could be a possible CAUSE of buying new clothes? : All of the above. What is the CAUSE of your garden growing: You watering it every day . Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Xavier misplaced his drumsticks, so he was unable to play in the concert: Cause. All of the cows ran out of the pen!What was the cause: The gate was open.. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Mom cooked dinner because we were all hungry: Effect. What was the effect?Dark clouds appeared in the sky: Rain began to pour down from the sky.. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Due to the upcoming storm, we put our bikes in the garage: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.My feet grew over the summer, so I needed new shoes: Effect. Cari and Tammy were not alone on the path. They could hear footsteps behind them. "Walk quickly," whispered Tammy. "I think somebody is following us."EFFECT: Tammy thought somebody was following them.What was the CAUSE: She could hear footsteps.. Which of the following is a signal word or phrase that can point out a cause or effect: because. They stayed inside.......it was raining: since. Evelyn stayed at home ____ her illness: due to. Aliah couldn't walk _____ she had broken her leg: because. Our dog is a hero in our town.  One day, little Jimmy Ward did not come home for dinner.  Everyone looked for him all over town.  Finally, our dog found Jimmy asleep under a tree.CAUSE: Jimmy did not come home for dinner.What was the EFFECT: Everyone looked for him.

What is the effect in this sentence?Due to peanut allergies, students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods: students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods. What are possible causes for not doing your homework: You left your folder at school.. Peter walked quickly down the dark street.  It was very quiet.  Suddenly, a dog howled.  Peter walked even faster after that.CAUSE: A dog howled.What was the EFFECT: Peter walked even faster.. Jason and Kate were not alone on the path.  They could hear footsteps behind them.  "Walk quickly," whispered Jason.  "I think somebody is following us."EFFECT: Jason thought somebody was following him.What was the CAUSE: He could hear footsteps.. At one time, policemen rode horses or went on foot.  Today, outlaws use fast cars to get away.  Many policemen now ride in fast cars or motorcycles.  They could not chase a fast car on horseback.  CAUSE: Outlaws use fast cars to get away.What was the EFFECT: Policemen ride in cars or on motorcycles.. Our dog is a hero in our town.  One day, little Jimmy Ward did not come home for dinner.  Everyone looked for him all over town.  Finally, our dog found Jimmy asleep under a tree.CAUSE: Jimmy did not come home for dinner.What was the EFFECT: Everyone looked for him.. Name the red part of the sentence.Jessica had a stomachache because she ate too many peanut butter cookies: Effect. Name the red part of the sentence.Nadia arrive home later than usual and missed her favorite TV show: Cause. Name the red part of the sentence.My button was loose, so my grandmother sewed it on tightly: Effect. There was a huge fire in the woods.  What was the effect of this: Many firemen came to put out the fire.. Find the cause.We drove to the football game so we saw the Bears: We drove to the football game.. One reason streams become polluted is storm water runoff. When rain or melted snow runs off, it carries trash from sidewalks and streets with it. These pollutants flow into storm sewers or directly into a lake, stream, or river. Then, bacteria from the trash spread to create health hazards. The trash itself can choke and suffocate ducks, fish, turtles, and birds. Used motor oil, paint, and insecticides can poison fish.According to this passage, which of the following is caused by storm water runoff: Trash chokes ducks, fish, and turtles.. Cause of ColdsThe common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose. There are more than 100 types of cold viruses! The most common is the rhinovirus.Which sentence from this passage reflects the main idea: The common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose.. Choose the answer that shows the cause first and the effect second: It rained heavily, so they went to the movies instead of the park.

What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. What's the effect ? Paul overslept. : He was late for school.. The cause is _____________: Why Something Happens. The effect is ______________: What Happens. When I woke up, I found that a beautiful, cold blanket of white covered my yard.What was the cause: It must have snowed while I slept.. We turned up the heat since it was getting cold. The highlighted part is the.....: Effect. Tommy and Matthew are good friends because they have many common interests and hobbies. The highlighted part is the...: Effect. Anna practiced math during summer vacation, therefore, she finds math easy. The highlighted part is the....: Cause. I fell off my bike and scraped my knee. : Effect. Our apartment is on the 11th floor, therefore, we have a great view of the city. The highlighted part is the..: Cause. Because I helped my mother, she was able to finish her work quickly. The highlighted part is the...: Cause. It was a very windy day, therefore, we were able to fly our kites. The highlighted part is the..: Effect. Since the class was good this week, they were able to watch a movie on Friday. The highlighted part is the..: Cause

What is the cause in this sentence?Because it rained, I got soaked: it rained. CAUSE:My alarm clock did not go off this morning, so..: I was late for work.. Name the red part of the sentence.Brandon misplaced his drumsticks, so he was unable to play in the concert: Cause. Consequently means __________: as a result, effect, or outcome; therefore:. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. CAUSE:It was very hot, so...What is the effect: I went swimming.. What is a cause: Something that causes something else to happen. What is an effect: What happens because of a cause. What is the effect in this sentence?Due to peanut allergies, students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods: students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods. EFFECT:I missed the bus. What is the cause: My alarm clock did not go off this morning, so.... "My brother was mad, because I took his toy."What is the EFFECT: My brother was mad. What are possible causes for not doing your homework: You left your folder at school.. Peter walked quickly down the dark street.  It was very quiet.  Suddenly, a dog howled.  Peter walked even faster after that.CAUSE: A dog howled.What was the EFFECT: Peter walked even faster.. Jason and Kate were not alone on the path.  They could hear footsteps behind them.  "Walk quickly," whispered Jason.  "I think somebody is following us."EFFECT: Jason thought somebody was following him.What was the CAUSE: He could hear footsteps.. Our dog is a hero in our town.  One day, little Jimmy Ward did not come home for dinner.  Everyone looked for him all over town.  Finally, our dog found Jimmy asleep under a tree.CAUSE: Jimmy did not come home for dinner.What was the EFFECT: Everyone looked for him.. There was a huge fire in the woods.  What was the effect of this: Many firemen came to put out the fire.. One reason streams become polluted is storm water runoff. When rain or melted snow runs off, it carries trash from sidewalks and streets with it. These pollutants flow into storm sewers or directly into a lake, stream, or river. Then, bacteria from the trash spread to create health hazards. The trash itself can choke and suffocate ducks, fish, turtles, and birds. Used motor oil, paint, and insecticides can poison fish.According to this passage, which of the following is caused by storm water runoff: Trash chokes ducks, fish, and turtles.. Cause of ColdsThe common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose. There are more than 100 types of cold viruses! The most common is the rhinovirus.Which sentence from this passage reflects the main idea: The common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose.. Choose the answer that shows the cause first and the effect second: It rained heavily, so they went to the movies instead of the park.

What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. What's the effect ? Paul overslept. : He was late for school.. The cause is _____________: Why Something Happens. The effect is ______________: What Happens. When I woke up, I found that a beautiful, cold blanket of white covered my yard.What was the cause: It must have snowed while I slept.. We turned up the heat since it was getting cold. The highlighted part is the.....: Effect. Tommy and Matthew are good friends because they have many common interests and hobbies. The highlighted part is the...: Effect. Anna practiced math during summer vacation, therefore, she finds math easy. The highlighted part is the....: Cause. I fell off my bike and scraped my knee. : Effect. Our apartment is on the 11th floor, therefore, we have a great view of the city. The highlighted part is the..: Cause. Because I helped my mother, she was able to finish her work quickly. The highlighted part is the...: Cause. It was a very windy day, therefore, we were able to fly our kites. The highlighted part is the..: Effect. Since the class was good this week, they were able to watch a movie on Friday. The highlighted part is the..: Cause

What is the effect in this sentence?Due to peanut allergies, students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods: students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods. What are possible causes for not doing your homework: You left your folder at school.. Peter walked quickly down the dark street.  It was very quiet.  Suddenly, a dog howled.  Peter walked even faster after that.CAUSE: A dog howled.What was the EFFECT: Peter walked even faster.. Jason and Kate were not alone on the path.  They could hear footsteps behind them.  "Walk quickly," whispered Jason.  "I think somebody is following us."EFFECT: Jason thought somebody was following him.What was the CAUSE: He could hear footsteps.. At one time, policemen rode horses or went on foot.  Today, outlaws use fast cars to get away.  Many policemen now ride in fast cars or motorcycles.  They could not chase a fast car on horseback.  CAUSE: Outlaws use fast cars to get away.What was the EFFECT: Policemen ride in cars or on motorcycles.. Our dog is a hero in our town.  One day, little Jimmy Ward did not come home for dinner.  Everyone looked for him all over town.  Finally, our dog found Jimmy asleep under a tree.CAUSE: Jimmy did not come home for dinner.What was the EFFECT: Everyone looked for him.. Name the red part of the sentence.Jessica had a stomachache because she ate too many peanut butter cookies: Effect. Name the red part of the sentence.Nadia arrive home later than usual and missed her favorite TV show: Cause. Name the red part of the sentence.My button was loose, so my grandmother sewed it on tightly: Effect. There was a huge fire in the woods.  What was the effect of this: Many firemen came to put out the fire.. Find the cause.We drove to the football game so we saw the Bears: We drove to the football game.. One reason streams become polluted is storm water runoff. When rain or melted snow runs off, it carries trash from sidewalks and streets with it. These pollutants flow into storm sewers or directly into a lake, stream, or river. Then, bacteria from the trash spread to create health hazards. The trash itself can choke and suffocate ducks, fish, turtles, and birds. Used motor oil, paint, and insecticides can poison fish.According to this passage, which of the following is caused by storm water runoff: Trash chokes ducks, fish, and turtles.. Cause of ColdsThe common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose. There are more than 100 types of cold viruses! The most common is the rhinovirus.Which sentence from this passage reflects the main idea: The common cold is caused by a virus, which travels through the air into the nose.. Choose the answer that shows the cause first and the effect second: It rained heavily, so they went to the movies instead of the park.

CAUSE:My alarm clock did not go off this morning, so..: I was late for work.. What is the cause in this sentence?Because it rained, I got soaked: it rained. What is the cause in this sentence?Since I got straight A's, my parents took me out to dinner: I got straight A's. What is the effect in this sentence?Due to peanut allergies, students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods: students aren't permitted to bring in baked goods. EFFECT:I missed the bus. What is the cause: My alarm clock did not go off this morning, so.... CAUSE: It was very cold outside, so... What is the effect: I wore a warm coat.. EFFECT: My stomach really hurts... What is the cause: because I ate too much Halloween candy. . CAUSE:The baby was crying, because...What is the effect: she was hungry.. EFFECT:I called a friend to come get me because...What is the cause: my car would not start. . CAUSE:It was very hot, so...What is the effect: I went swimming.

What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. At a basketball game the crowd cheers after the home team scores a basket. The cheering is the _____ of the team scoring. : EFFECT. There is a rainbow. What is the CAUSE: It rained and it is now sunny. On a hot day, what is the EFFECT of the weather on your ice cream: It melts. Cause: The dishes were dirty: Mom put them in the dish washer.. Cause: We are out of milk: We could not have cereal for breakfast.. Effect: I have to go to a new school: I moved to a new house.. Cause: Jill left a glass of water outside when it was very cold. : The water froze. . What's the effect ? Paul overslept. : He was late for school.. All of the cows ran out of the pen!What was the cause: The gate was open.. What was the effect?Dark clouds appeared in the sky: Rain began to pour down from the sky.. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Mom cooked dinner because we were all hungry: Effect. Name the UNDERLINED part of the sentence.Brandon misplaced his drumsticks, so he was unable to play in the concert: Cause. When I woke up, I found that a beautiful, cold blanket of white covered my yard.What was the cause: It must have snowed while I slept.. Effect: I got in trouble: I lied to mom.. One little monkey was jumping on the bed.The monkey fell of the bed and bumped his head. What is the effect: Bumped his head

if you give a pig a pancake she will: want some syrup. She will get all sticky : and want to take a bath. If you give a Mouse a cookie: He's going to ask for a glass of milk. When you give him the milk he will ask for : a straw. Mom always said : No David!. Mosquito buzzed in : Iguana's ears. The Mosquito caused : the animals to be upset. in the napping house the: the flea woke the house. If you give a mouse a muffin: some homemade strawberry jam. When he is finished he will want: another and another

The relationship between the cause and effect is an important part. Knowing this you will master your making sentence ability and writing skills

What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. If you spill your milk, what is a possible EFFECT of that action: You have to clean it up. At a basketball game the crowd cheers after the home team scores a basket. The cheering is the _____ of the team scoring. : EFFECT. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. If the battery is missing, the bulb is broken, and the switch is off, what is the EFFECT on your flashlight? : It doesn't work. Riley got dressed for school and hurried downstairs for breakfast.  Riley rolled over, sleepy eyed, and turn off the alarm clock. Later Riley met his friends at the corner to walk to school.What happened first? : Riley turned off the alarm.. What are some clue words for sequencing: first, next, then, finally. Jill makes a smoothie for breakfast every morning. First, she puts some milk in the blender. Next, she adds a banana and some frozen berries. Then she turns on the blender until it is smooth. After that, she pours it into a big cup. After she drinks her smoothie, she puts her cup in the dishwasher.What does Jill do when she is done blending her smoothie: She pours it into a big cup.. Andrew had just one day to get ready for a summer trip. He called his cousin and asked what to bring. Joseph explained that their rented cabin was near a lake. He advised Andrew to pack an extra pair of jeans, a sweatshirt, some swim trunks, insect repellent, and hiking boots. Andrew found most of the items in his closet, but he did not have a sweatshirt, so he went with his mother to the mall. What did Andrew do first: called Joseph. John gave a surprise party for Kenny. John had the party at his house. All of their friends came to the party. Kenny was very surprised when he opened the door. What happened first in the passage: John gave a surprise party for Kenny. 

What would be the most likely CAUSE of someone laughing: someone telling a joke. What would be a possible EFFECT of a student not studying for a test: The student doing very badly on the test. If a student raises their hand in class, the CAUSE of that action is ________. : They want to speak. Keegan was hungry because he skipped lunch.What is the effect: Keegan was hungry. Erin's car had a flat tire, so she called a tow truck.What is the cause: Erin's car had a flat tire. What's the effect ? Paul overslept. : He was late for school.. What could be a possible cause to this happening: Because someone dropped the phone on a sidewalk.. Peter walked quickly down the dark street. It was very quiet. Suddenly, a dog howled. Peter walked even faster after that.CAUSE: A dog howled.What was the EFFECT: Peter walked even faster.. What is an effect: What happens because of a cause. Effect: The plant died.What is a possible cause: The plant did not get enough water.. Is the red part a cause or effect?We turned up the heat because it was getting cold.  : effect. Is the red part a cause or effect?Lilly and Gabby are good friends because they have common interests and hobbies: cause. Is the red part cause or effect?Since the class was good this week, they were able to watch a movie on Friday: cause. When I woke up, I found that a beautiful, cold blanket of white covered my yard.What was the cause: It must have snowed while I slept.

Tim forgot his math book, so he was unable to complete his homework. What is the cause? : Tim forgot his math book. Keegan was hungry because he skipped lunch.What is the effect: Keegan was hungry. Erin's car had a flat tire, so she called a tow truck.What is the cause: Erin's car had a flat tire. Gina couldn't find the cookies because Papa hid them in the cupboard. What is the effect? : Gina couldn't find the cookies. Kelly studied her spelling words and she got an A on the test.What is the effect:  she got an A on the test. We turned up the heat since it was getting cold.We turned up the heat is the..: effect. Tommy and Matthew are good friends because they have many common interests and hobbies.Tommy and Matthew are good friends is the..: effect. Anna practiced math during summer vacation, therefore, she finds math easy.she finds math easy is the..: effect. I fell off my bike and scraped my knee.scraped my knee is the..: effect. Our apartment is on the 11th floor, therefore, we have a great view of the city.Our apartment is on the 11th floor is the..: cause. Because I helped my mother, she was able to finish her work quickly.she was able to finish her work quickly is the..: effect. It was a very windy day, therefore, we were able to fly our kite.It was a very windy day is the..: cause. Since the class was good this week, they were able to have movie Friday. Since the class was good this week is the..: cause. I got a tummy ache when I ate too much ice cream.What is the cause:  I ate too much ice cream. Anne had cake for dessert because it was her birthday.What is the effect: Anne had cake for dessert . Thomas was feeling sleepy because he stayed up late doing his homework.What is the cause: he stayed up late doing his homework.. Dee was hungry, so her mother made her a cheese sandwich.What is the effect: her mother made her a cheese sandwich. Kevin went to dentist because he had a toothache.What is the cause: he had a toothache. Janice didn't eat her breakfast quickly, so she missed the school bus.What is the effect:  she missed the school bus.  It was pouring rain, so the football game was canceled.What is the cause:  It was pouring rain