Good Cause/Effect:

• Clearly distinguishes between a cause and an effect.
• Establishes a clear thesis statement.
• Presents information in an effective order.

Exercises, Handouts:
Cause/Effect Prewriting Organizer (PDF document) - this can help you gather and organize your ideas specifically when working on a Cause/Effect essay.

Sample Cause/Effect Essay:
Student Writing Sample - click on the link to see a sample of a cause/effect essay.

Sample Rubric:
Cause/Effect Writing Rubric (PDF document) - use this checklist to self-edit your cause/effect essay.

Check pages 205-207 in Writer's, INC. if you think you need help with any one of the criteria on the rubric.