Compare/Contrast in Literature

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What does it mean to compare two or more objects?

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To look for similarities between them.

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What does it mean to contrast two or more objects?

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To look for differences between them.

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What is a key difference between comparing and contrasting?

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Comparing focuses on similarities, while contrasting focuses on differences.

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Give an example of comparing characters in a story.

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Cinderella is kind, while her step sisters are mean.

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Give an example of contrasting two holidays.

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The Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.

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What is a common way to compare two characters?

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By looking at their traits and actions.

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What is a common way to contrast two characters?

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By highlighting their opposing traits.

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting in literature?

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To understand characters, themes, and plot better.

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Fill in the blank: The common house cat is a cousin of the tiger, ______, a tiger is much larger.

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however

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In literature, what does it mean to analyze characters?

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To examine their traits, motivations, and relationships.