Compare and Contrast

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Explain how something is similar to something else.

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compare

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Chart with overlapping circles showing shared and distinct traits.

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Venn Diagram

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Inner circle of a Venn Diagram

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Similarities

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Fourth of July vs. Veteran's Day: Differences?

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Fourth of July celebrates independence; Veteran's Day honors veterans.

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Sally has strawberry ice cream; Juan has chocolate. What do they have in common?

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They are eating ice cream.

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Comparing things involves:

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looking at similarities.

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Contrast means:

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To tell what is different.

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Using ________ in your essay helps readers know when comparing and contrasting.

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transition words

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Words/Phrases for Comparison:

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Similarly

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Contrasting words/phrases:

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On the other hand