Comparing and Contrasting Characters

John's dog is a happy dog. He always wags his tail when John comes home from work. He has shiny black fur with big scary teeth. Rebecca's dog is always sad. He never wags his tail. His fur is shiny black, and his teeth are big and scary.

What are the differences (contrast) between the two dogs?

• John's dog is happy, but Rebecca's dog is sad.

• John dog has small teeth, and Rebecca's dog has huge scary teeth.

• John's dog always wags his tail, but Rebecca's dog never wag its tail.

• The dogs have black shiny fur.

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What does it mean to compare and contrast characters?

• To analyze the similarities and differences between two or more characters in a story or text.

• To compare the characters' physical appearances in a story or text.

• To summarize the actions and behaviors of the characters in a story or text.

• To identify the main characters in a story or text.

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What can comparing and contrasting characters help readers with?

• Identifying plot points

• Analyzing setting

• Understanding characters better

• Examining theme

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Which of the following is an example of comparing and contrasting characters?

• Summarizing the plot of the story.

• Analyzing the similarities and differences between two or more characters in a story or text.

• Describing the setting of the story.

• Identifying the main theme of the story.

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What is the main difference between comparing and contrasting characters?

• Comparing characters involves identifying differences between them, while contrasting characters involves identifying similarities between them.

• Comparing characters involves identifying similarities between them, while contrasting characters involves identifying similarities between them.

• Comparing characters involves identifying differences between them, while contrasting characters involves identifying differences between them.

• Comparing characters involves identifying similarities between them, while contrasting characters involves identifying differences between them.

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How can comparing and contrasting characters enhance reading comprehension?

• By comparing and contrasting characters, readers can better understand the plot of the story.

• Comparing and contrasting characters can help readers identify the setting of the story.

• Analyzing the similarities and differences between characters can improve readers' vocabulary skills.

• By analyzing the similarities and differences between characters, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the story's themes, conflicts, and character development.

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Compare and Contrast Two of Your Favorite TV or Movie Characters.

Teacher Example: Both Harry Potter and Iron Man can fly, but only Harry has magic.

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Carl and Josey both play on the basketball team, but Josey likes it more than Carl. Carl always shows up late for practice and Josey yells at him for having to wait on him.

Which statement is true about Carl and Josey?

• Carl and Josey both love to play basketball.

• Josey is sometimes late for practice, but she loves to play.

• Carl hates to play, but is always on time.

• Both Carl and Josey play on the basketball team, but Carl is always late to practice.

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Which graphic organizer is used to help you compare and contrast?

• Venn Diagram

• timeline

• flowchart

• t-chart

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Kate lived in a large house with many animals. Her best friend, Jill, lived in a small house without pets. How were the friends' homes different?

• Kate had a large house, but Jill's was small

• Both Kate and Jill have homes

• Kate doesn't have pets, but Jill does

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