Compare and Contrast

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What does 'compare' mean?

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To look for similarities between two or more things.

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What does 'contrast' mean?

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To look for differences between two or more things.

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Name a way a teacher and a doctor are alike.

Back

They both work with many people.

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

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

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What is a similarity between frogs and toads?

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They can both live on land or water.

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What is a difference between frogs and toads?

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Frogs have long, strong back legs and thin, moist skin, while toads have shorter back legs and drier skin.

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What does it mean to 'identify' something?

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To recognize or point out something.

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What is an example of comparing?

Back

Saying both cats and dogs are pets.

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What is an example of contrasting?

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Saying cats are quiet, while dogs are loud.

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What is a key word that indicates comparison?

Back

Same.