Compare and Contrast

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What does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To compare means to identify similarities between two or more items, while to contrast means to identify differences.

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What is a Venn diagram?

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A Venn diagram is a visual tool used to show the relationships between different sets, highlighting similarities and differences.

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How do you use a Venn diagram for three items?

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You can add a third circle to the Venn diagram to represent the third item and show its similarities and differences with the other two.

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What should you write in the overlapping sections of a Venn diagram?

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You should write the similarities between the items being compared.

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What is a key difference between mammals and reptiles?

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Mammals are warm-blooded, while reptiles are cold-blooded.

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What is an example of a similarity between mammals and reptiles?

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Both mammals and reptiles are vertebrates, meaning they have a backbone.

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What is the first step before writing a compare and contrast essay?

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Pre-write for your essay using a Venn diagram to organize your thoughts.

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting?

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The purpose is to analyze the similarities and differences to better understand the items being discussed.

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What type of information can you include in a compare and contrast essay?

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You can include information about life cycles, habitats, physical characteristics, and behaviors.

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What is an example of contrasting characteristics?

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Mammals have fur or hair, while reptiles have scales.