Writing Explanations: Cause and Effect
Structuring explanations to clearly show the relationship between causes and their effects.
Key Questions
- Construct an explanation that clearly links causes to their effects.
- Analyze how signal words (e.g., 'because', 'therefore') enhance clarity in explanations.
- Evaluate the importance of logical sequencing in an explanatory text.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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