Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare?

Back

To tell what is alike and what is the same.

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What does it mean to contrast?

Back

To tell what is different.

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What is a similarity?

Back

A similarity is a quality or state of being alike.

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What is a difference?

Back

A difference is a quality or state of being not alike.

Front

Give an example of comparing two animals.

Back

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

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Give an example of contrasting two holidays.

Back

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

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What is one similarity between apples and oranges?

Back

Both are fruits.

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What is one difference between apples and oranges?

Back

Apples are usually red or green, while oranges are orange.

Front

What is the key word in the sentence: 'Both dogs and cats are popular pets.'?

Back

Both.

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What is the key word in the sentence: 'A difference between a lion and a tiger is their stripes.'?

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Difference.