Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare?

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To explain how something is similar to something else.

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What does it mean to contrast?

Back

To explain how something is different from something else.

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What is a Venn Diagram?

Back

A type of chart that uses overlapping circles to show shared and distinct characteristics among and between things.

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What is a T-Chart?

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A tool used to compare and contrast two things by listing their similarities and differences.

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How are Cinderella and her step sisters different?

Back

Cinderella is kind, but her step sisters are not.

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How are Jim and John different?

Back

Jim likes playing sports, while John likes reading books.

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What is the purpose of comparing?

Back

To identify similarities between two or more items.

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What is the purpose of contrasting?

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To identify differences between two or more items.

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Give an example of comparing.

Back

Both apples and oranges are fruits.

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Give an example of contrasting.

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A cat is a pet, while a lion is a wild animal.