Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare things?

Back

To look at similarities.

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What does it mean to contrast things?

Back

To look at differences.

Front

How are Kate and Jill's homes different?

Back

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

Front

How are my pets similar?

Back

They both love to cuddle.

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How are Cinderella and her step sisters different?

Back

Cinderella is kind, but her step sisters are not.

Front

What is a similarity?

Back

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

Front

What is a difference?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of comparing two animals.

Back

Comparing a dog and a cat: Both are pets, but a dog barks while a cat meows.

Front

Give an example of contrasting two fruits.

Back

Comparing an apple and an orange: An apple is red or green, while an orange is orange.

Front

What is the purpose of comparing?

Back

To find common traits or characteristics.