Comparing and Contrasting Texts

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When authors compare, they often use signal words such as

• in the same way

• unlike

• both

• however

• similarly

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When authors contrast they often use signal words such as

• in the same way

• unlike

• both

• however

• similarly

Draw

Use the check marks to indicate what applies to Creole Cuisine and Cajun Cuisine.

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What is true in regards to: Creole Cuisine? (select all that apply)

Thanks to Cajun and Creole cuisines, no other state in America has such distinctive food as Louisiana does. The word Cajun describes French settlers who were forced out of Canada and settled in south Louisiana. In their new rural surroundings, these poor settlers developed their own type of food. Creole cuisine is different from Cajun in that it reflects a blend of many cultures. African, Caribbean, Native American, Spanish, and Italian influences can all be found in Creole food. Unlike Cajun cuisine, Creole cuisine was born in the kitchens of New Orleans's upper class, who had access to ingredients like tomatoes, butter, and oysters. For this reason, Creole cuisine tends to have more variety.

• is found in Louisiana

• Reflects a wide mix of cultures

• Developed in the kitchens of the wealthy

Multiple Choice

What is true in regards to: Cajun Cuisine? (select all that apply)

Thanks to Cajun and Creole cuisines, no other state in America has such distinctive food as Louisiana does. The word Cajun describes French settlers who were forced out of Canada and settled in south Louisiana. In their new rural surroundings, these poor settlers developed their own type of food. Creole cuisine is different from Cajun in that it reflects a blend of many cultures. African, Caribbean, Native American, Spanish, and Italian influences can all be found in Creole food. Unlike Cajun cuisine, Creole cuisine was born in the kitchens of New Orleans's upper class, who had access to ingredients like tomatoes, butter, and oysters. For this reason, Creole cuisine tends to have more variety.

• is found in Louisiana

• Reflects a wide mix of cultures

• Developed in the kitchens of the wealthy

Draw

UNDERLINE the signal words to compare and contrast, AND then check the categories that apply for The French Revolution and The American Revolution

Draw

Underline signal words to compare and contrast, use the boxes to check what applies to Mandarin and Cantonese.

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Use the text to compare and contrast Mandarin and Cantonese:

If you want to learn Chinese, you have a decision to make: Mandarin or Cantonese? Mandarin is a dialect of Chinese that is used by most schools and universities in China. Cantonese is another dialect of Chinese. Both varieties use the same written characters, but they pronounce words differently. Cantonese is often seen as more difficult than Mandarin. This is because Mandarin uses just four tones to change the meaning of words, while language experts usually consider Cantonese to be a six-tone language. Mandarin is the official language in China and Taiwan, as well as in the United Nations. However, Cantonese is the official language of Hong Kong and Macau. You could choose one language for a specific destination, or you could learn both and chat with even more people!

SELECT ALL THAT ARE TRUE BASED ON THIS INFORMATION

• Mandarin is a dialect of Chinese.

• Mandarin Has four tones

• Mandarin is an official language in the United Nations

Multiple Choice

Use the text to compare and contrast Mandarin and Cantonese:

If you want to learn Chinese, you have a decision to make: Mandarin or Cantonese? Mandarin is a dialect of Chinese that is used by most schools and universities in China. Cantonese is another dialect of Chinese. Both varieties use the same written characters, but they pronounce words differently. Cantonese is often seen as more difficult than Mandarin. This is because Mandarin uses just four tones to change the meaning of words, while language experts usually consider Cantonese to be a six-tone language. Mandarin is the official language in China and Taiwan, as well as in the United Nations. However, Cantonese is the official language of Hong Kong and Macau. You could choose one language for a specific destination, or you could learn both and chat with even more people!

SELECT ALL THAT ARE TRUE BASED ON THIS INFORMATION

• Cantonese is a dialect of Chinese.

• Cantonese Has four tones

• Cantonese is an official language in the United Nations