The video introduces the concept of comparing and contrasting, explaining how two things can be both similar and different. It provides examples using buildings, fruits, and sports equipment, and illustrates the concept through a story about twins, Noah and Ava. The video concludes with a practical exercise, encouraging viewers to think of two items that cannot be compared or contrasted.

What makes this video similar to other Clarendon learning videos?

• It has a narrator and images.

• It is about science.

• It is longer than other videos.

• It is about history.

When comparing a building to a house, which of the following is a similarity?

• People work in the building.

• The building is brown.

• Both have windows.

• The building is taller.

Which of the following is a difference between an apple and an orange?

• An apple can be eaten without peeling.

• Both are found in the produce section.

• Both are round.

• Both are fruits.

What is a common feature of both a basketball and a soccer ball?

• Both are used in water sports.

• Both are square.

• Both can be thrown.

• Both are used in cooking.

In the story of Noah and Ava, what is one thing they have in common?

• Ava wants to be an engineer.

• They both have red hair.

• Noah walked the dogs.

• Noah is faster.

What is one difference between Noah and Ava?

• They both dislike working.

• They both want to be doctors.

• Ava is taller.

• Noah is taller.

What is the main goal of comparing and contrasting?

• To find only differences.

• To find only similarities.

• To find both similarities and differences.

• To make things more complicated.

What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting in stories?

• To make the story more difficult to understand.

• To find similarities and differences between characters or events.

• To make the story longer.

• To confuse the reader.

Which of the following is an example of comparing and contrasting in everyday life?

• Comparing two identical books.

• Comparing two identical cars.

• Comparing a cupcake and a shoe.

• Comparing two identical twins.

What challenge is presented at the end of the video?

• To find two things that are both sports equipment.

• To find two things that are both fruits.

• To find two things that cannot be compared or contrasted.

• To find two things that are exactly the same.