Compare and Contrast

Front

What does it mean to contrast?

Back

To tell what is different.

Front

How were Kate and Jill's homes different?

Back

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

Front

What is the clue word in this sentence for compare and contrast? 'Frogs and toads are alike in many ways.'

Back

alike

Front

When comparing and contrasting, you should ________.

Back

write similarities in the overlapping sections of a Venn diagram.

Front

What is a Venn diagram used for?

Back

To visually represent similarities and differences between two or more items.

Front

What does it mean to compare?

Back

To tell what is alike and what is the same.

Front

What is an example of a similarity between cats and dogs?

Back

Both are common pets.

Front

What is an example of a difference between cats and dogs?

Back

Cats usually meow, while dogs bark.

Front

What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting?

Back

To understand the relationships and differences between two or more subjects.

Front

What is a clue word for comparison?

Back

same.