Third Grade Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare things?

Back

To look at similarities between two or more items.

Front

What does it mean to contrast things?

Back

To look at differences between two or more items.

Front

How are a teacher and a doctor alike?

Back

They both work with many people.

Front

What is a key word that indicates contrast?

Back

Different.

Front

What is a key word that indicates comparison?

Back

Similar.

Front

What do crocodiles and alligators have in common?

Back

They are both covered with scales and have backbones.

Front

What is the main difference between the Fourth of July and Veteran's Day?

Back

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

Front

What is an example of comparing?

Back

Finding similarities between apples and oranges.

Front

What is an example of contrasting?

Back

Finding differences between cats and dogs.

Front

What do we call the summary of similarities and differences?

Back

Compare and contrast.