Cause and Effect
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Objective
I can describe what happened and why it happened.
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Practice
7 questions
Explain the difference between a cause and an effect in your own words.
Give an example of a cause-and-effect relationship in your daily life.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Maria missed the school bus, so she was late for school. What happened and why did it happen? The dog barked loudly because a stranger walked past the house. What happened and why did it happen? The plant didn't get any water; therefore, it died. What happened and why did it happen?”
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