Cause and Effect Signal Words

Consequently - introduces cause or effect?

Many people recycle. __________, less waste ends up in landfills.

What is the effect? Traffic accidents decreased because the city lowered the speed limit.

What is the effect? The company offered better salaries. As a result, employee satisfaction improved.

What is the cause? Because many people drive instead of using public transportation, traffic congestion has increased.

Which phrase is more formal? A. lots of people B. numerous people

Fix: People didn't exercise, therefore because they became unhealthy.

due to - introduces cause or effect?

Many people rely on disposable plastics. __________, plastic pollution continues to increase.

Which expression is more academic? so or therefore

The factory reduced pollution. __________, the river became cleaner.

What is the effect? Due to rising temperatures, glaciers are melting faster.

The concert was canceled __________ heavy rain.

Which Transition Doesn't Belong? A. Therefore B. Consequently C. As a result D. Because

__________ many students study regularly, they earn higher grades.