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The document outlines the objectives and structure of a course on expository writing, specifically focusing on cause and effect essays. It explains the purpose, characteristics, and writing techniques for crafting such essays, emphasizing the importance of establishing clear causal relationships and supporting claims with evidence. Additionally, it provides activities for practice and references for further reading.

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Toe (Cause and Effect)

The document outlines the objectives and structure of a course on expository writing, specifically focusing on cause and effect essays. It explains the purpose, characteristics, and writing techniques for crafting such essays, emphasizing the importance of establishing clear causal relationships and supporting claims with evidence. Additionally, it provides activities for practice and references for further reading.

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Types of expository writing

Course Title: Expository Writing


Course Code: EXR(G) 1012
Instructor: Ms. Aima nehal
OBJECTIVES
Determine the purpose and structure of the cause and
01 effect writing process.

02 Understand how to write academically.


OVERVIEW
•Cause and effect basic concept
•Its adequate purpose and importance for writing
•Tips and techniques
•Writing structure and outline
What is Cause and effect in expository writing?

A cause and effect essay explores the relationship


between events or phenomena, highlighting the cause
that leads to a particular effect or the effects resulting
Cause and Effect from a specific cause.

• It aims to examine the reasons behind an occurrence


and its subsequent consequences.

For instance; I ate tons of junk food, so now I feel sick. I


feel sick because I ate tons of junk food.
Characteristics
1. Causal Relationship: Clearly establishes a cause-and-effect
connection.
2. Structured Format: Typically follows a structured format with an
introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
3. Logical Flow: Presents ideas in a logical order to enhance
understanding.
4. Analysis: Involves analyzing and explaining the relationships
between causes and effects.
5. Supporting Evidence: Backs up claims with relevant and credible
evidence.
6. Clear Thesis Statement: States the main idea or the central
argument early in the essay.
What is the purpose of a cause and effect
essay?

The purpose of a cause and effect essay is to educate


the reader about how specific conditions are linked to
certain repercussions.
How do you structure a cause and effect
essay?

• There are a few different ways to structure a cause and


effect essay. Here are two of the most common:
Introduction
Cause 1
Cause 2
Effect 1
Effect 2
Conclusion
How do you structure a cause and effect
essay?

OR
Introduction
Cause 1
Effect 1
Cause 2
Effect 2
Conclusion
How to write?
The cause-and-effect writing process requires critical thinking and an
orderly cause-and-effect essay outline. Follow these six steps to write
a cause-and-effect paper.
1. Brainstorm Essay Topics.
2. Establish a thesis.
3. Arrange your main points into body paragraph
4. Write a first draft
5. Review your work for clarity and logic
6. Write a final draft
Writing technique

1. Chronological Order: Organize events in the order they occur to show a timeline of
cause and effect.
2. Categorical Division: Group causes or effects into categories for clarity and organization.
3. Use of Transitions: Employ transitional words and phrases to guide readers through the
logical flow of ideas.
4. Analogies and Examples: Strengthen arguments by providing relatable analogies or
concrete examples.
5. Avoiding Bias: Maintain objectivity by presenting a balanced view of causes and effects.
6. Clarity and Conciseness: Express ideas clearly and concisely to enhance readability.
Key Takeaways

• The purpose of the cause-and-effect essay is to determine how various


phenomena are related.
• It states what the writer sees as the main cause, main effect, or various causes and
effects of a condition or event.
• The cause-and-effect essay can be organized in one of these two primary ways:
• Start with the cause and then talk about the effect.
• Start with the effect and then talk about the cause.
• Strong evidence is particularly important in the cause-and-effect essay due to the
complexity of determining connections between phenomena.
• Phrases of causation are helpful in signaling links between various elements in the
essay.
Sample

Passage:

Due to the heavy rain last night, the streets were flooded this morning. As a
result, many people were late to work because the traffic was moving slowly.
Consequently, the city's public transportation system experienced delays. The
unexpected weather conditions caused significant disruption in daily routines,
leading to frustration among commuters.
Activity 1

 Consider the causes and effects in the following statements. List a cause and
effect for each one on your own sheet of paper.
1.The growing childhood obesity epidemic is a result of technology.
2.Much of the wildlife is dying because of the oil spill.
3.The town continued programs that it could no longer afford, so it went bankrupt.
4.More young people became politically active as use of the Internet spread
throughout society.
5.While many experts believed the rise in violence was due to the poor economy, it
was really due to the summer-long heat wave.
Activity 2

 Write three cause-and-effect statements of your own for each of the


following five broad topics.
1.Health and nutrition
2.Sports
3.Media
4.Politics
5.History
Insert the Sub Title of Your Presentation
References

https://open.lib.umn.edu/writingforsuccess/chapter/10-8-cause-and-ef
fect/
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-write-a-cause-and-effect
-essay

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