Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare?

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To compare means to examine the similarities between two or more items.

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What does it mean to contrast?

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To contrast means to examine the differences between two or more items.

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What is a key word used for comparison?

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Similarly.

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What is a key word used for contrasting?

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On the other hand.

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What is an example of comparing two animals?

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Both cats and dogs are popular pets.

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What is an example of contrasting two animals?

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Cats are generally independent, while dogs are more social.

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What is a common structure for a compare and contrast essay?

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Introduction, Body (similarities and differences), Conclusion.

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What is a Venn diagram used for?

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A Venn diagram is used to visually represent the similarities and differences between two or more items.

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What is the purpose of a compare and contrast essay?

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To analyze the similarities and differences between two subjects.

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What is an example of a topic for a compare and contrast essay?

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Comparing and contrasting mammals and reptiles.