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When Do We Use Cause and Effect?

Cause and effect is a type of sentence that is commonly used in writing explanatory texts or
essays.

As we know, explanatory text is generally used to discuss why something can happen. Examples
of how rain can fall, how clouds are formed, and so on.

Well, this cause and effect sentence pattern will really help readers understand clear and
structured ideas. But, of course, you can also use cause and effect in everyday conversation to
express a condition to your interlocutor.

What are the characteristics of Cause and Effect?

A. Cause characteristics

- Answering the question, "Why did this happen?"
- Contains signal words/linking words/causal linking
- Can be saved at the beginning or at the end
B. Characteristics of the Effect (Consequences)

- The answer to the question, "What happened?"
- Usually begins with signal words/linking words/causal linking
- Can be replaced with other nouns

C. Characteristics of Cause and Effect Paragraphs (cause and effect)

- There is a main idea throughout the text.
- Has supporting details or supporting sentences in the form of causes.
- There is a sentence "consequences" which is used as a conclusion or conclusion.

Types of Cause and Effect Sentences

Cause and effect sentences are generally in the form of a complex sentence, which is a type
of sentence that has at least one independent clause and one dependent clause (subordinate
clause).

Well, if the clause is a combination of subject and predicate. Then, an independent clause
means a group of words consisting of a subject and a predicate with the property of being
able to stand alone (can give a complete meaning and idea).

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