Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare?

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

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What does it mean to contrast?

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

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What is a Venn Diagram?

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A Venn Diagram is a type of chart that uses overlapping circles to show shared and distinct characteristics among and between things.

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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 more independent than a dog.

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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 a similarity?

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A similarity is a characteristic that two or more things share.

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What is a difference?

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A difference is a characteristic that distinguishes one thing from another.

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How can you compare two people?

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You can compare their hobbies, such as both liking sports but one prefers soccer and the other prefers basketball.

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How can you contrast two people?

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You can contrast their jobs, such as one being a teacher and the other being a doctor.

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What is an example of comparing two places?

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Comparing a beach and a mountain: Both are places to visit, but one is sandy and the other is rocky.