Compare and Contrast

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What is the definition of contrast?

Back

Explain how something is different from something else.

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What is the definition of compare?

Back

To explain how something is similar to something else.

Front

How are a teacher and a doctor alike?

Back

They work with many people.

Front

What does it mean to compare two things?

Back

To explain how they are similar.

Front

What does it mean to contrast two things?

Back

To explain how they are different.

Front

What is an example of contrast?

Back

Stella's parents are teachers, while Tim's parents are doctors.

Front

What is an example of compare?

Back

Both Stella and Tim live near rivers.

Front

What is the main purpose of comparing?

Back

To find similarities between two or more things.

Front

What is the main purpose of contrasting?

Back

To find differences between two or more things.

Front

What is one way to compare two animals?

Back

By looking at their habitats.