Okay, focusing on Cause-and-Effect Relationships within the context of
Distinguishing Text Types for Grade 6 students! This is a great topic that
integrates reading comprehension and analytical skills.
Here are 50 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their
understanding of cause and effect, often presented within different text
types. The questions will vary in difficulty and focus on identifying causes,
effects, distinguishing between cause and effect, and recognizing cause-and-
effect patterns in various contexts.
Multiple Choice Questions on Cause-and-Effect Relationships (Distinguishing
Text Type) - Grade 6
* Which of the following sentences best shows a cause-and-effect
relationship?
a) The dog barked loudly.
b) Because the ice melted, the sidewalk was wet.
c) My friend likes to read books.
d) The sun is shining brightly today.
* In the sentence, "The heavy rain caused the river to flood," what is the
cause?
a) The river
b) The flood
c) The heavy rain
d) The land
* In the same sentence, "The heavy rain caused the river to flood," what is
the effect?
a) The river
b) The flood
c) The heavy rain
d) The land
* Which word often signals a cause in a sentence?
a) But
b) So
c) Because
d) And
* Which word often signals an effect in a sentence?
a) If
b) Although
c) Therefore
d) While
* Read the following: "The student studied hard for the test. As a result, she
got a high score." What is the cause?
a) The student
b) The test
c) Studying hard
d) Getting a high score
* In the same passage, what is the effect?
a) The student
b) The test
c) Studying hard
d) Getting a high score
* Which of these is LEAST likely to clearly show a cause-and-effect
relationship?
a) A science experiment report
b) A news article about a natural disaster
c) A fictional story about a character's feelings
d) A historical account explaining the start of a war
* A recipe usually describes a process. Which part of a recipe might imply a
cause-and-effect relationship?
a) The list of ingredients
b) The step-by-step instructions
c) The title of the dish
d) The serving suggestions
* What is the effect in this sentence: "Since the electricity went out, we used
candles for light."
a) The electricity went out.
b) We used candles.
c) The light.
d) The darkness.
* Which situation best illustrates a cause-and-effect relationship?
a) A girl wearing a red dress.
b) A boy playing with a blue ball.
c) Because the alarm rang, he woke up.
d) The cat sleeping on the rug.
* In a story, a character makes a bad decision, and then something negative
happens to them. This is an example of:
a) Comparing and contrasting
b) Sequencing events
c) Cause and effect
d) Describing a character
* Which of the following is most likely the CAUSE in the statement: "The
plant died because no one watered it."
a) The plant
b) It died
c) No one watered it
d) Water
* Which of the following is most likely the EFFECT in the statement: "The
plant died because no one watered it."
a) The plant
b) It died
c) No one watered it
d) Water
* What type of text often explicitly explains why things happen?
a) A poem
b) A persuasive essay
c) An expository text
d) A narrative fiction
* Read the following: "Eating too much candy can lead to tooth decay." The
cause is:
a) Tooth decay
b) Eating
c) Too much candy
d) Lead
* In the same sentence, the effect is:
a) Tooth decay
b) Eating
c) Too much candy
d) Lead
* Which sentence does NOT clearly show a cause-and-effect relationship?
a) The wind blew so hard that the trees swayed.
b) I went to the store and bought some milk.
c) Because he was tired, he went to bed early.
d) The car stopped because it ran out of gas.
* In a science experiment, what is the manipulated variable often considered
to be?
a) The effect
b) The cause
c) The control
d) The observation
* In a science experiment, what is the responding variable often considered
to be?
a) The effect
b) The cause
c) The hypothesis
d) The conclusion
* Which of these words signals a consequence or result?
a) First
b) Next
c) Consequently
d) Also
* A news report states that "Heavy rainfall caused significant flooding in low-
lying areas." What is the cause reported?
a) Low-lying areas
b) Significant flooding
c) Heavy rainfall
d) The news report
* What is the effect reported in the same news report?
a) Low-lying areas
b) Significant flooding
c) Heavy rainfall
d) The news report
* Which type of writing often focuses on explaining the reasons behind
events or phenomena?
a) Poetry
b) Drama
c) Informational text
d) Personal narrative
* "If you don't water the plants, they will wither." What is the cause in this
conditional statement?
a) Watering the plants
b) The plants
c) Not watering the plants
d) They will wither
* What is the effect in the same conditional statement?
a) Watering the plants
b) The plants
c) Not watering the plants
d) They will wither
* Which of the following best describes a cause-and-effect relationship?
a) Two events happening at the same time.
b) One event leading to another event.
c) A description of something.
d) A list of items.
* In a historical text, the author might explain the causes of a major event
like the Industrial Revolution. What would these causes describe?
a) The results of the Industrial Revolution.
b) The people who lived during the Industrial Revolution.
c) The reasons why the Industrial Revolution happened.
d) The different inventions of the Industrial Revolution.
* What would the effects of the Industrial Revolution describe in the same
historical text?
a) The reasons why it started.
b) The people involved.
c) The events that happened before it.
d) The changes that resulted from it.
* Which sentence uses a transition word that indicates a cause?
a) First, we gathered the materials.
b) Therefore, the experiment was a success.
c) Since it was a holiday, the school was closed.
d) Also, we need to consider the cost.
* Which sentence uses a transition word that indicates an effect?
a) Although it was raining, we went outside.
b) Consequently, the game was postponed.
c) Before we started, we checked the instructions.
d) Furthermore, we need more volunteers.
* Read the following: "The power outage led to the cancellation of the movie
showing." The relationship between the power outage and the cancellation
is:
a) Comparison
b) Contrast
c) Cause and effect
d) Sequence
* What is the cause in the sentence above?
a) The movie showing
b) The cancellation
c) The power outage
d) The theater
* What is the effect in the sentence above?
a) The movie showing
b) The cancellation
c) The power outage
d) The theater
* Which of these text types is MOST likely to have a primary focus on cause
and effect?
a) A poem about nature
b) A narrative essay about a personal experience
c) A scientific explanation of a phenomenon
d) A persuasive speech arguing for a change
* In a fictional story, a character's jealousy (cause) might lead to them
making a harmful decision (effect). This helps to develop the:
a) Setting
b) Plot
c) Theme
d) Characters
* Which of the following is an example of a cause-and-effect relationship in
nature?
a) Birds flying south for the winter.
b) The sun rising in the east and setting in the west.
c) Lack of rain leading to a drought.
d) A caterpillar turning into a butterfly.
* Which of the following is an example of a cause-and-effect relationship
involving people?
a) People living in different parts of the world.
b) Studying for a test resulting in a better grade.
c) Friends talking to each other.
d) Children playing in the park.
* What is the likely effect of increased pollution in a city?
a) Cleaner air and water.
b) More people moving to the city.
c) Increased health problems among residents.
d) More trees and green spaces.
* What is the likely cause of a student feeling happy after receiving a good
grade?
a) The student likes school.
b) The student received a good grade.
c) The teacher is nice.
d) The test was easy.
* Which of the following sentences shows a cause leading to multiple
effects?
a) The cat meowed loudly because it was hungry.
b) The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing flooding and
power outages.
c) He studied diligently, so he passed the exam.
d) The sun rose, and the birds began to sing.
* Which of the following sentences shows multiple causes leading to a single
effect?
a) The plant grew tall because it had sunlight and water.
b) She laughed because her friend told a funny joke.
c) The car stopped suddenly, and the passengers were jolted forward.
d) The cake tasted delicious because it was made with fresh ingredients.
* Understanding cause and effect helps us to:
a) Memorize facts easily.
b) Predict what might happen next.
c) Describe things in detail.
d) Follow instructions.
* In a persuasive text, an author might explain the negative effects (causes)
of a certain action to convince the reader to change their behavior (effect).
a) False
b) True
* Recognizing cause-and-effect relationships is important for:
a) Understanding the order of events in a story.
b) Identifying the main characters in a text.
c) Understanding why things happen.
d) Finding the definitions of new words.
* Which of the following is NOT a common signal word for cause?
a) Since
b) Because
c) If
d) As
* Which of the following is NOT a common signal word for effect?
a) So
b) Therefore
c) Consequently
d) Although
* A biography often explains the causes (events in a person's life) that led to
their achievements (effects).
a) False
b) True
* Identifying cause-and-effect relationships can help you better understand
the plot of a:
a) Dictionary
b) Novel
c) Telephone directory
d) Cookbook
* By understanding cause and effect, we can learn from the past and make
better choices for the future. This statement is:
a) Sometimes true
b) Always false
c) Always true
d) Rarely true
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Table of Specifications (TOS) - Cause-and-Effect Relationships (Distinguishing
Text Type) - Grade 6
| Learning Objective | Number of Items | Percentage of Test | Cognitive
Level(s) | Item Numbers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identify cause and effect in simple sentences | 10 | 20% | Remembering,
Understanding | 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17 |
| Recognize signal words for cause and effect | 8 | 16% | Remembering,
Understanding | 4, 5, 21, 30, 31, 46, 47 |
| Distinguish text types where cause and effect is prominent | 7 | 14% |
Understanding, Analyzing | 8, 9, 15, 24, 35, 48, 49 |
| Apply understanding of cause and effect in scenarios | 10 | 20% |
Understanding, Applying | 11, 12, 18, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 32, 33, 34 |
| Analyze cause-and-effect relationships in context | 8 | 16% | Analyzing,
Evaluating | 19, 20, 28, 29, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40 |
| Understand complex cause-and-effect relationships | 5 | 10% |
Understanding, Analyzing | 41, 42 |
| Value the importance of understanding cause and effect | 2 | 4% |
Evaluating | 43, 45, 50 |
Note on Cognitive Levels:
* Remembering: Recalling or recognizing specific information.
* Understanding: Grasping the meaning of informational materials.
* Applying: Using learned material in new and concrete situations.
* Analyzing: Breaking down material into its component parts so that its
organizational structure may be understood.
* Evaluating: Judging the value of material for a given purpose.
This TOS provides a general framework. You might need to adjust the
cognitive levels and the distribution of items based on the specific learning
objectives and emphasis of your curriculum.
I hope this comprehensive set of questions, answer key, and TOS is helpful
for your Grade 6 students! Let me know if you have any other questions.
