Compare and Contrast

When we compare and contrast while reading, we are looking for

• truth and lies

• causes and effects

• similarities and differences

• steps and order

When you compare one thing to another, you explain how the two are

• different
• unlike

• alike

• interesting

When you contrast two things, you explain how they are

• different
• perfect
• the same
• similar

The dog, like the cat, is a household pet.

This statement is a comparison.

• False

• True

Michelle and Lisa are alike because they both have neat handwriting.

This statement is a comparison.

• False

• True

Michelle and Lisa differ because Michelle sings whereas Lisa dances.

This statement is a comparison.

• False

• True

What is this graphic organizer called?

• Pie Chart

• Graph

• T-Chart

• Venn Diagram

Choose the compare and contrast keyword:

• soon

• unlike

• reasons why

Choose the compare and contrast keyword:

• later

• in common

• explains why

Choose the compare and contrast keyword:

• first

• on the other hand

• because