cause and effect
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ESL0201 Writing Test 3: Cause OR Effect Paragraph
I. Choose from these topics to write a Cause OR Effect paragraph.
· Causes OR Effects of joining a group (choir, sports team, gang)
· Causes OR Effects of starting a healthy lifestyle
· Causes OR Effects of adopting a pet
· Causes OR Effects of divorce
II. Brainstorm supporting points for the topic:
Topic:
Causes: Effects:
III. Organize your ideas in the outline below.
Title:
Topic Sentence:
1. First Cause or Effect:
Details:
Example:
1. Second Cause or Effect:
Details:
Example:
1. Third Cause or Effect:
Details:
Example:
Concluding Sentence:
IV. On this page, type a paragraph with 8-12 sentences using the outline above. Remember to double space and include a title. Use transitions to show connections between each supporting point. (Make sure to reread your paragraph and the rubric to make corrections and improvements to your paragraph before you submit it.)