Tuesday - Week 14 - Compare and Contrast Practice

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What does 'compare' mean?

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To look for similarities between two or more things.

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What does 'contrast' mean?

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To look for differences between two or more things.

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What is a 'compare and contrast' structure?

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A way of organizing information that shows how two or more things are similar and different.

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What is a key word that indicates similarities?

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Same.

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What is a key word that indicates differences?

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Different.

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How can you tell if two things are 'in common'?

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They share similar qualities or characteristics.

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Give an example of comparing two animals.

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A dog and a cat both have fur, but a dog is usually bigger.

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What is one way to contrast two animals?

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A turtle lives in water, while a frog can live both in water and on land.

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting?

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To better understand the characteristics of each item.

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What is an example of a compare and contrast question?

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How are apples and oranges similar and different?