Use reasoning words to construct logical chains linking facts, reasons, and conclusions.
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Visual anchors for reasoning and concluding words
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Introducing the reasoning chain: Fact -> Reason -> Conclusion
When answering a "Why" question in Science or Social Science, your brain does more than list facts. It builds a reasoning chain.
A complete reasoning chain connects three main parts:
Connecting these parts with the right words helps your teachers see exactly how you think!
Order sentences to form a logical cause-and-effect chain
Arrange these sentences in a logical cause-reason-conclusion order to explain why humans sweat.
Fill in the blanks with appropriate reasoning connectors
The temperature of the water increased the heat source was turned on. Glaciers are melting at an alarming rate rising global temperatures. The plastic bottle did not degrade; , it remained in the soil for years. The main of conducting a census is to count the population accurately. Iron rusts when exposed to moisture; , we must paint the metal gates to protect them.
Writing practice using reasoning and concluding words
Write exactly two sentences to explain this:
State why water is important or limited.
State what will happen if we do or don't save water.
Flashcards for reasoning connectors