Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare?

Back

To tell what is the same.

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What does it mean to contrast?

Back

To tell what is different.

Front

Which graphic organizer can be used for comparing and contrasting?

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Venn Diagram

Front

Bill and Jack both like to eat pizza. Bill likes pepperoni pizza, but Jack only likes cheese pizza.
How are Bill and Jack alike?

Back

They both like pizza.

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How are Cinderella and her step sisters different?

Back

Cinderella is kind, but her step sisters are not.

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How were Kate and Jill's homes different?

Back

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

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How are the Fourth of July and Veteran's Day different?

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Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.

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What is one thing that horses and donkeys have in common?

Back

They are both mammals.

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What is something that shows contrast between frogs and toads?

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Toads have drier skin than frogs.

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Identify the key word that tells whether you are comparing or contrasting: Unlike most vehicles, some older Volkswagens have their engine in the back.

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unlike