Author Question: Which of the following sentences involves effect? a) As a result of his outburst in the meeting, ... (Read 14 times)

melina_rosy · **on:** Jul 15, 2018

Which of the following sentences involves effect?

a) As a result of his outburst in the meeting, he has probably lost his chance for a promotion.
b) She left the party early because she wanted to go home to check on the baby.
c) The increase in infectious diseases was primarily due to the increase in the insect population.
d) The root of his shyness is his fear of saying the wrong thing.

Question 2

Which of the following sentences involves cause?

a) Overcrowded schools can result in a higher dropout rate and poorer student performance on tests.
b) People who are married live longer than those who are not, according to recent statistics.
c) Reading for pleasure increases reading speed and improves vocabulary.
d) Oftentimes, fear alone can cause major changes in the economy.