In the sentence Because of the storm, we had no electricity for ...

[daltonest1984]

In the sentence Because of the storm, we had no electricity for 24 hours, our basement was flooded, and a fallen tree limb blocked our driveway, the cause is
 
  a. no electricity.
  b. a flooded basement.
  c. the storm.
  d. a tree limb.

Question 2

To write effective topic sentences for cause and effect paragraphs, you should
 
  a. clarify the cause and effect relationship.
  b. decide whether to emphasize causes or effects.
  c. determine whether the events are related or independent.
  d. do all of the above.

[javimendoza7]

Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d