Question

Which phrase signals a cause- and effect relationship?

Answer 1

Effect is defined as what happened. Cause is defined as why something happened. Clue words that signal causal relationships include: such as, because, so, consequently, therefore, thus, and since.

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Answer 2

The phrase "and thus" signals a cause-and-effect relationship.

Step-by-step explanation:

I didn't pay attention during class, and thus, got bad grades in class.