Main Idea, Compare & Contrast

When you compare one thing to another, you explain how the two are _____________________________.

• different

• mysterious

• alike or similar

• interesting

When you contrast two things, you explain how they are __________________________.

• different

• perfect

• the same

• pretty

What two things are being compared in this picture?

• apples and oranges

• grapes and bananas

What is one difference between the two in this picture?

• one is red and one is orange

• one is good and one is not

What two things are being compared in this picture?

• minions and spongebob

• houses and trees

What is something that is similar between these two kids?

• they both have red pants

• they are both saying the same thing

What is something different about the two pictures?

• they are wearing the same clothes

• they are saying different things

How are the children the same?

(Compare)

• They are playing on the playground.

• One boy is on a swing.

• One boy is on a slide.

• They are building with blocks.

How are the children different?

( Contrast)

• They have green shirts.

• One boy is swinging. One boy is sliding.

• They are boys.

• They are on the playground.

There are many fun things to do at the beach.  Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach.  Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed.  Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun.  It is also fun to look for shells.  Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.
• It is also fun to look for shells.
• Some people simply like to sunbathe.
• Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

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