Compare and Contrast

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

When you contrast two things, you explain how they are

The dog, like the cat, is a household pet. This statement is a comparison.

All of these words are ways to express contrast except: unlike, have in common, differ, however

A comparison and contrast can be used in the same sentence!

Is compare and contrast the same thing as similarities and differences?

The common house cat is a cousin of the tiger, ______, a tiger is much larger. Options: and, like, however, too

Mrs. Boileau and Miss. D. are ________ because they are both teachers!

What is this graphic organizer called?

What is it used for? Options: Comparing and contrasting, Similarities and differences, Organize information from two things, All the above