The cause is why something happened; the effect is what happened. Match causes to effects and find them in a story. There are 2 sheets here: match cause and effect and cause and effect in a story. Pick one from the tray, print it, and add its answer key as a second page if you want one.
Worksheets
NameDate
Match cause and effect
Write the letter of the matching meaning next to each word.
CauseEffect
Ella studied hard.
The wind blew hard.
I forgot my lunch.
We planted seeds.
Sam left the gate open.
Max dropped the glass.
It rained all day.
The baby was tired.
AShe fell asleep.
BShe did well on her test.
CThe ground was muddy.
DThe dog ran out.
EI was hungry at school.
FMy kite flew high.
GIt broke.
HFlowers grew.
Using these sheets
The answer key matches the sheet on screen, including after you make new problems.
Sheets print on US Letter paper. On A4, choose “Fit to printable area” in the print dialog.
Questions
What grade are these cause and effect worksheets for?
They suit grades 1 to 4. Each sheet in the tray practices it a different way, so you can pick the one that fits.
Is there an answer key?
Yes. Tick “add the answer key as page 2” before printing, or turn on Answer key to check work on screen.
Do I need an account to print?
No. The sheets print straight from this page, free, with no sign-up.