Form 2: Finding the Cause in Short Texts
Read short texts to locate the primary reason or event that makes something else happen. Practice identifying the underlying cause behind specific events.
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'The plants wilted because they did not receive water for two weeks.' What is the cause?
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'Heavy rains overflowed the river, flooding nearby streets.' What caused the flooding?
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'Leo stayed up late studying, so he overslept the next morning.' What was the cause of Leo oversleeping?
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'Because Maya practiced piano daily, she performed flawlessly at the recital.' What caused her great performance?
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'The tire burst after running over a sharp nail.' What caused the tire to burst?
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'Since the temperature dropped below freezing, the lake iced over.' What caused the lake to ice over?
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'The bread burned in the oven because Sam forgot to set the timer.' What was the cause of the burned bread?
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'Due to a strong hurricane, electricity was lost across the island.' What caused the loss of electricity?
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'The picnic was canceled because of sudden thunder and lightning.' What caused the cancellation?
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'The teacher praised the class after everyone completed their project on time.' Why did the teacher praise the class?
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'As a result of excessive sun exposure, the paint on the wooden bench faded.' What caused the paint to fade?
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'The dog barked loudly because a stray cat entered the yard.' What caused the dog to bark?