Compare and Contrast

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What does 'compare' mean?

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To look at two or more things to see how they are similar.

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What does 'contrast' mean?

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To look at two or more things to see how they are different.

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What is a similarity?

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A quality or feature that is the same in two or more things.

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What is a difference?

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A quality or feature that is not the same in two or more things.

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What does 'in common' mean?

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When two or more things share similar qualities or features.

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Give an example of comparing two animals.

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Comparing a cat and a dog: Both are pets, but a cat is usually smaller.

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Give an example of contrasting two animals.

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Contrasting a cat and a dog: A cat purrs, while a dog barks.

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting?

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To understand the similarities and differences between things.

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What is a Venn diagram?

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A diagram that shows the similarities and differences between two or more things.

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How can you compare two books?

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By looking at their themes, characters, and plots.