Allister Ching
Cause and Effect Paragraphs Cause/effect paragraphs generally follow basic paragraph format. That is, they begin with a topic sentence and this sentence is followed by specific supporting details. Cause and Effect Conjunctions since
as a result
because of + noun phrase
because
therefore
due to + noun phrase
consequently
for this reason
so
examples: Sally closed the window because the weather outside was cold. Because the weather outside was cold, Sally closed the window. The weather was warm, so Jim turned on the air conditioner. The weather was cold; therefore, Sally closed the window. The weather was cold. Therefore, Sally put on her coat. The weather was cold. Consequently, Sally put on her scarf. A blizzard hit the town. As a result, the schools were closed.
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