Cause vs. Effect Understanding the difference. Determining the impact on textual meaning.

Defining Terminology with Synonyms Cause Effect ? ?

Signal Words and Phrases Cause Effect For As Because/Because of Due to Hence Accordingly As a result of Consequently If/Then Since So Therefore Thus

Sample Sentences Because of the torrential downpour, George decided to wear his umbrella hat. The clever seal didn’t feel like being dinner, so he rode the nose of the Great White to safety. If Gandalf doesn’t shave his beard, he shall not pass current grooming standards.

Cause/Effect Storyboard Based on the images depicted on the following slide, arrange the plot according to the most logical sequence of events.

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Visual Storyboard in Written Form After determining the sequence of events, put the story into words, using the transitional words and phrases to show the cause and effect relationships. Be concise, keeping the length to FOUR sentences (or less) to clearly convey the cause and effect relationships!

Background: The Civil War What do you know about the Civil War?

Reading: “Emancipation” by Russell Freedman During reading, make sure to NOTE and NOTICE at least FIVE of the Close Reading signposts. Reference the incident in the text. Address the questions. Explain the significance.

From the Text: Cause/Effect Relationships ? Delayed the “Emancipation Proclamation” Led to the “Emancipation Proclamation” ?

Exit Question: Quick Write Considering the text and our own history, what are the consequences of citizens not caring to take part in positive change within their country? (Use specific examples or relatable scenarios to justify your response.)