Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare things?

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To look at similarities between two or more items.

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What does it mean to contrast things?

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To look at differences between two or more items.

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What is a Venn Diagram?

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A visual tool used to compare and contrast two or more items, showing their similarities and differences.

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How are poison ivy and poison oak similar?

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Both are woody plants that grow in various habitats and have berrylike fruit.

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How are poison ivy and poison oak different?

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Poison ivy has smooth fruit, while poison oak has hairy fruit.

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What is the purpose of comparing items?

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To identify and understand their similarities.

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What is the purpose of contrasting items?

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To identify and understand their differences.

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Give an example of comparing two animals.

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Both cats and dogs are popular pets.

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Give an example of contrasting two animals.

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Cats are usually independent, while dogs are often more social.

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What is one way to visually compare and contrast items?

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Using a Venn Diagram.