Compare and Contrast

What is a similarity between the two articles?

• Both promote renewable energy.

• Both argue against renewable energy.

• Both focus on non-renewable resources.

• Both discuss fossil fuels.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the main contrast between the two articles?

• Solar power is cheaper, while wind energy is not.

• Solar power is abundant, while wind energy is reliable.

• Solar power is less reliable, while wind energy is abundant.

• Wind energy emits carbon, while solar does not.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which signal word in Article B indicates a contrast?

• Similarly

• Likewise

• However

• In addition

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What organizational pattern do both articles use?

• Point-by-point

• Block method

• Narrative style

• Cause and effect

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which of the following is an inferred similarity between the articles?

• Both articles favor fossil fuels.

• Both believe renewable energy is essential.

• Both argue for eliminating renewable energy.

• Both focus on nuclear energy as the best alternative.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is a similarity between the protagonists?

• Both rely on friends for help.

• Both face challenges.

• Both avoid adversity.

• Both refuse to change.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How do the protagonists differ?

• One seeks support; the other chooses isolation.

• One overcomes challenges; the other does not.

• Both protagonists are the same.

• One avoids challenges; the other creates them.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which signal word in Story A highlights similarity?

• Unlike

• Similarly

• On the other hand

• However

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main theme of both stories?

• Perseverance in the face of challenges.

• Failure in overcoming obstacles.

• The value of isolation.

• Ignoring adversity.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is a key contrast in the characters' behavior?

• One is persistent; the other is lazy.

• One is supported; the other isolates.

• One fails; the other avoids failure.

• Both have identical approaches.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3