7th Grade Comparing and Contrasting Texts

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Analyze

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Examine methodically and in detail the structure of something, especially information, typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

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Evidence

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The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.

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Presentation

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Putting forth an idea, usually with influence from the author's point of view or perspective.

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Topic

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A matter dealt with in a text, discourse, or conversation; a subject.

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Emphasize

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Give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.

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Compare

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To examine the similarities and/or differences between two or more texts.

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Contrast

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To highlight the differences between two or more texts.

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Interpretation

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The act of explaining the meaning of something, often influenced by personal perspective.

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Cite

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To quote a passage, book, or author as evidence for an argument or statement.

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Summarize

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To give a brief statement of the main points of a text.