Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare?

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To explain how something is similar to something else.

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What does it mean to contrast?

Back

To explain how something is different from something else.

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What is a Venn Diagram?

Back

A type of chart used to show similarities and differences between two or more things.

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What is a T Chart?

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A chart used to compare two different ideas or items, listing their similarities and differences.

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What is a transition word?

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A word or phrase used in writing to connect ideas.

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Give an example of a transition word.

Back

However, therefore, in addition.

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What is the purpose of comparing?

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To identify the similarities between two or more items.

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What is the purpose of contrasting?

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To identify the differences between two or more items.

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What is an example of comparing?

Back

Saying that both cats and dogs are pets.

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What is an example of contrasting?

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Saying that cats are independent while dogs are loyal.