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CAUSE- -EAND FFECT P : F D TARAGRAPH INAL RAFT EMPLATE
Step 1: Cause-and-Effect Paragraph: Final Draft
Directions: Download this document, complete the 3 steps, save your work, and submit the
completed assignment. To complete the 3 steps, fill in the fields below with information
described in the Cause-and-Effect Paragraph: Final Draft Assignment Instructions. Be sure
to complete all parts of the assignment.
Bullying is a pervasive issue that can have long-lasting and far-reaching
consequences for not only the victims but also the perpetrators. The effects of such
acts of bullying often manifest in many ways such as leaving indelible marks on an
individual’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Victims of bullying often experience a wide array of psychological impacts
such as low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety coupled with suicidal thoughts.
The constant harassment and belittlement can lead to feelings of worthlessness and
social isolation, making it difficult for them to form healthy relationships and trust
others. Some things that the trauma of bullying causes the victims to experience
are, affecting academic performance, concentration, and overall motivation.
Bullying can also have physical consequences, as victims may develop
psychosomatic symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches, and sleep
disturbances. In extreme cases, bullying can escalate to physical violence, resulting
in injuries or even fatalities. The fear and stress associated with bullying can also
weaken the immune system, making victims more susceptible to illnesses.
Perpetrators of bullying are not exempt from the adverse effects of their
actions. They may develop antisocial behavior patterns, struggle with empathy and
remorse, and face legal consequences if their actions cross the line into criminal
conduct. Lastly, bullies are at a higher risk of engaging in other risky behaviors,
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such as substance abuse, violence, and delinquency, which can have long-term
repercussions on their personal and professional lives. Addressing bullying
proactively and creating a culture of acceptance, respect, and kindness is crucial.
Effective intervention strategies, including education, counseling, and zero-
tolerance policies, can help mitigate the harmful effects of bullying and promote a
safer and more inclusive environment for everyone.
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Step 2: Cause-and-Effect Paragraph: TEST Final Draft
TEST your paragraph and continue to make necessary changes to your final draft to ensure that
you can check all the questions as completed. Once your final draft is complete, sign the honor
statement and submit the assignment.
__YES___T Do you have a clearly worded that states your paragraph’s main topic sentence
idea? Does your topic sentence identify the cause or effect on which your paragraph will focus?
__YES___E Do you need to add any important causes or effects? Do you need to explain your
causes or effects more fully? Does all your —examples and details—support your evidence
paragraph’s main idea?
__YES___S Does your Cause-and-Effect paragraph end with a that summary statement
reinforces the paragraph’s main idea?
__YES___T Do your show how your ideas are related? Do your transitions clearlytransitions
introduce each cause or effect? Do you need to add transitions to make your paragraph clearer
and to help readers follow your ideas?
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Step 3: Cause-and-Effect Paragraph: Honor Statement
Honor Statement
Read and sign this Honor Statement before submitting your assignment:
By typing my name in the space provided, I certify that all words and ideas in my writing
assignment are mine alone. I have not used any Artificial Intelligence to assist with this
assignment. If I used another person’s words or ideas (by summarizing, paraphrasing, or directly
quoting), I gave credit to that author and put quotation marks around any direct quotations. I
understand that my work will be checked by the Turnitin plagiarism tool for originality and the
use of Artificial Intelligence.
By signing my name, I also understand that if I have used Artificial Intelligence or copied
someone else’s ideas or words without giving them credit, I have plagiarized, and I understand
that the penalty for plagiarism is assignment and/or course failure.
Student Name: Reno Neubauer
