[Q]: I wanted to lighten the mood of the conversation.

effect:

OPTIONS:
- I remained quiet.
- I told a joke.
[A]: I told a joke.
[Q]: The group overlooked the woman's faux pas.

effect:

OPTIONS:
- The woman was relieved.
- The woman apologized.
[A]: The woman was relieved.
[Q]: The runner wore shorts.

cause:

OPTIONS:
- The forecast predicted high temperatures.
- She planned to run along the beach.
[A]: The forecast predicted high temperatures.
[Q]: The girl gasped.

cause:

OPTIONS:
- Her friend stuck an ice cube down her back.
- Her friend gave her a pat on the back.
[A]:
Her friend stuck an ice cube down her back.