cause & effect

Cards (20)

  • What is the fundamental concept in understanding how things work in the world?
    Cause and Effect
  • What is the term for something that happens as a result of a cause?
    Effect
  • What does the term "Cause and Effect" refer to?
    A relationship between two events where one event makes another event happen
  • What does the term "Effect" signify?
    It is the result, consequence, or outcome that follows a cause
  • What is called the reason why something happened?
    Cause
  • In the example "I got a low grade in English 8," what is the effect?
    Getting a low grade in English 8
  • What is a cause in the context of Cause and Effect?
    An event, action, or condition that initiates another event, action, or condition
  • In the example "because I am not listening to my teacher," what is the cause?
    Not listening to my teacher
  • What are the types of Cause and Effect relationships?
    • Direct Cause and Effect
    • Indirect Cause and Effect
    • Multiple Causes, Single Effect
    • Single Cause, Multiple Effects
  • What characterizes Direct Cause and Effect?
    It is a straightforward relationship where one event directly causes another
  • Give an example of Direct Cause and Effect.
    Cause: It rained heavily; Effect: The streets flooded
  • What is Indirect Cause and Effect?
    It is more complex, involving multiple steps or factors that contribute to the final effect
  • Provide an example of Indirect Cause and Effect.
    Cause: A person didn't study for a test; Effect: He/she failed the test
  • What are Indirect Factors in the context of Indirect Cause and Effect?
    Factors that contribute to the final effect, such as lack of sleep and poor time management
  • What does Multiple Causes, Single Effect mean?
    Several causes can lead to the same effect
  • Give an example of Multiple Causes, Single Effect.
    Causes: Global warming, deforestation, and pollution; Effect: Climate change
  • What does Single Cause, Multiple Effects mean?
    A single cause can have various effects
  • Provide an example of Single Cause, Multiple Effects.
    Cause: A car accident; Effects: Injuries, property damage, and traffic congestion
  • Why is understanding Cause and Effect important?
    • Allows us to predict future outcomes
    • Helps develop effective solutions to problems
    • Aids in weighing potential consequences of actions
  • What does the phrase "You reap what you sow" imply in the context of Cause and Effect?
    It suggests that actions have consequences