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Grammar For Cause, Effect, And Condition

Use conditional and causal grammatical structures to develop logical arguments and explore consequences.

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Cause and Effect Build Strong Arguments

Teach grammar for cause, effect, and condition.

In IELTS Writing Task 2, examiners want to see your ideas developed, not just listed. One of the easiest ways to extend an idea and boost your Coherence score is by exploring its logical consequences.

By building a clear chain of causes and effects, you prove that your argument is well-thought-out and structurally sound.

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Cause-Effect Chain

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Visualizing how an initial action cascades into wider consequences using linking grammar.

Match Cause to Effect

Match essay claims to logical effects using correct grammar.

NoteMatch the causal phrase on the left with its logical, grammatically correct effect on the right.

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Complete the Cause-Effect Sentence

Fill connectors and verb forms in causal sentences.

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Failing to plan your essay structure properly often a lack of coherence in your writing.
Candidates should allocate at least five minutes to brainstorm; , they risk running out of ideas halfway through the exam.
In a Task 2 essay, you can argue that increased investment in public transport a significant reduction in urban traffic.
Citizens will generally not change their daily consumption habits governments introduce stricter environmental regulations.
The local council ignored the infrastructure issues and, , faced heavy criticism from the community.
If city authorities more green spaces, residents would experience noticeable improvements in mental health.

Explain the Effect

Write a cause-effect explanation for AI review.

Prompt: 'A city completely bans private cars in its commercial center.' Break down the consequences into a two-step chain to build a strong IELTS argument.

Step 1: Immediate Effect*

Write ONE sentence explaining the direct, immediate result of this policy using a causal verb like 'leads to' or 'results in'.

Step 2: Wider Consequence*

Write a follow-up sentence explaining the broader, long-term impact using a connector like 'Therefore' or 'As a result'.

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