Comparing and Contrasting: A Journey with Oddy and the Meatballs

The video tutorial explains how to compare and contrast characters in a story by identifying similarities and differences. It introduces Oddie, a unique cat living in an alley, and a majestic zoo cat. Despite their differences, they share common traits, leading to an unexpected friendship. The tutorial highlights key words that signal similarities and differences, using the story of Oddie and the zoo cat to illustrate these concepts.

What does comparing characters in a story help us identify?

• The length of the story

• The author's writing style

• The similarities and differences between characters

• The plot of the story

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Which word indicates similarity between characters?

• Unlike

• Different

• Both

• Although

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What unique feature did Oddie the cat have?

• A black patch over his eye

• A white tail

• A loud roar

• Blue eyes

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Why did Oddie feel lonely?

• He was the only cat in the alley

• He was different from other cats

• He longed for a friend

• He disliked the food

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What was the zoo cat's reaction to tasting a meatball?

• He wanted more

• He was indifferent

• He gave it to another animal

• He disliked it

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How did the zoo cat differ from Oddie in terms of food?

• He was fed by zoo attendants

• He hunted his own food

• He cooked his own meals

• He ate only vegetables

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What led to Oddie and the zoo cat's friendship?

• Their speed

• Their ability to sing

• Their similar looks

• Their love for meatballs

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What did Oddie and the zoo cat have in common?

• They both disliked dogs

• They both were from the same city

• They were both nocturnal

• They both liked to swim

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What is a keyword that indicates a contrast?

• Similar

• Alike

• However

• Also

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What humorous outcome was mentioned at the end of the story?

• The zoo cat started dancing

• The zoo attendants learned to speak 'cat'

• The zoo cat let out a stinky smell

• Oddie became a zoo animal

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