Compare and Contrast

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What does 'compare' mean?

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To examine the similarities between two or more things.

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What does 'contrast' mean?

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To compare by paying attention to the differences.

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What is a key word that indicates comparison?

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And

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What is a key word that indicates contrast?

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Unlike

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What do you look for when comparing two items?

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Similarities between them.

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What do you look for when contrasting two items?

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Differences between them.

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Give an example of comparing two animals.

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Both cats and dogs are popular pets.

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Give an example of contrasting two animals.

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Cats are usually independent, while dogs are often more social.

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What is one way to compare two holidays?

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Identify what they have in common.

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What is one way to contrast two holidays?

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Identify what makes them different.