Compare and Contrast Signal Words

The words "as opposed to" are used to...........

• compare

• contrast

The words "in contrast" are used to.......

• compare

• contrast

The words "on the other hand" are used to.......

• compare

• contrast

The words "alike / like" are used to ...........

• compare

• contrast

Which of the following is a signal word for Compare and Contrast?

• also

• idea

• in Contrast

• if

• finally

The author uses signal words such as similar, alike, different, unlike.

• problem & solution

• compare & contrast

• definition

Next time you are thirsty, try drinking a glass of water instead of a soda. Although both will quench your thirst, soda is full of sugar and chemicals. Water, on the other hand, is a much healthier choice. Water helps your digestive system to function properly and keeps you immune system strong so you won't get sick. Which key words tell you this is organized as compare contrast?

• water instead of soda

• on the other hand, although

• and, so

• is a much healthier choice

An organizational structure in which the writer shows how 2 or more things are similar or different.

• Compare & Constrast

• Problem & Solution

• Cause & Effect

• Chronological Order

The words " unlike / unalike" are used to..........

• compare

• contrast

The word likewise is used to........

• compare

• contrast