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What does it mean to compare and contrast while reading?

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It means to look for similarities and differences between characters, settings, or events.

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What is a similarity?

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A similarity is a characteristic or quality that two or more things share.

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What is a difference?

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A difference is a characteristic or quality that distinguishes one thing from another.

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What are some ways to compare characters?

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You can compare their traits, actions, backgrounds, and relationships.

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What are some ways to contrast characters?

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You can contrast their traits, actions, backgrounds, and how they respond to situations.

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting?

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The purpose is to deepen understanding of the characters and their roles in the story.

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What is an example of comparing two characters?

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Both Stella and Tim have parents with different jobs.

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What is an example of contrasting two characters?

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Stella enjoys living in a small house, while Tim lives in a big house.

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What does it mean to summarize a paragraph?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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What is a key feature of crocodiles and alligators?

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Both are covered with scales and have backbones.