WorksheetsRI 4.5 Text Structure Compare Contrast
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 36mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
I have a pet dog and a pet cat in my house. My dog, Spot, likes to chew on his bone, while my cat, Stripes, likes to sleep. They both love to cuddle with me on the couch.
Which key word tells how the pets are alike?
Which key word tells how the pets are alike?
a)
pets
b)
both
c)
while
d)
likes
2.
I have a pet dog and cat in my house. My dog, Spot, likes to chew on his bone, while my cat, Stripes, likes to sleep. They both love to cuddle with me on the couch.
Which key word tells how the pets are different?
Which key word tells how the pets are different?
a)
while
b)
both
c)
pets
d)
like
3.
A teacher and a doctor both work with many people every day. The teacher works with children at the school, however, the doctor sees patients at the hospital.
Which key words tells how the people are alike?
Which key words tells how the people are alike?
a)
both
b)
hospital
c)
however
d)
doctor
4.
A teacher and a doctor both work with many people every day. The teacher works with children at the school, however, the doctor sees patients at the hospital.
Which key words tells how the people are different?
Which key words tells how the people are different?
a)
both
b)
hospital
c)
however
d)
doctor
5.
The key word same…
a)
Contrast
b)
Compare
6.
The key word another is…
a)
Compare
b)
Both
c)
Contrast
7.
The key word except is…
a)
Compare
b)
Contrast
8.
The key word different is…
a)
Contrast
b)
Compare
9.
What does it mean to compare things?
a)
look at differences
b)
look at similarities
10.
What does it mean to contrast things?
a)
look at differences
b)
look at similarities
11.
What type of story structure looks at similarities and differences of a text?
a)
compare and contrast
b)
sequence
12.
Why do we study non-fiction text structure?
a)
All stories have different characters and settings.
b)
Each passage is built differently in order to get its point across.
c)
An author writes a story in order to persuade the reader.
d)
We try to understand the lesson the author has learned.
13.
Which type of text structure shows how two or more things are alike and different?
a)
Chronological
b)
Cause & Effect
c)
Problem & Solution
d)
Compare/Contrast
14.
Choose the clue words that indicate compare and contrast.
a)
therefore, cause, effect, consequently
b)
later, then, next, Monday
c)
similar, different, common, on the other hand
d)
possibility, struggle, hope, problem
15.
Two or more things are described. Their similarities and differences are discussed.
a)
Compare and Contrast
b)
Cause and Effect
c)
Problem and Solution
d)
Chronological
16.
Apples and oranges are both fruits, which means that they have seeds inside of them. Each has a skin, but orange skins are thick and easy to peel. Apple skins are thinner and do not peel easily. Oranges also contain more acid than apples, but both fruits are delicious.
a)
sequence
b)
Compare and Contrast
17.
Have you ever made macaroni and cheese? It’s simple! First, boil some water and make some macaroni. Then, make your cheese sauce. After the cheese sauce is ready, mix it with the macaroni. Bake the entire thing in the oven. Finally, it’s time to eat!
a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Problem and Solution
c)
Sequence
d)
Compare and Contrast
18.
The cardinal and the cedar waxwing are two common birds. Both have crests on their heads. Both are common at bird feeders. But the birds have some differences. The male cardinal is a bright red, while the waxwing is brown. The cedar waxwing often migrates from place to place. On the other hand, the cardinal stays in one place year after year.
a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Problem and Solution
c)
Compare and Contrast
19.
Moths and butterflies often look similar. Both have large wings and long, thin bodies, and both start their lives as caterpillars. However, butterflies usually have brighter colors on their wings than moths. Also, butterflies are most active during the day, while moths are generally creatures of the night.
What words signal the author's organizational pattern?
What words signal the author's organizational pattern?
a)
Moths, butterflies
b)
Both, similar, however, while
c)
long, thin
d)
creatures
20.
Moths and butterflies often look similar. Both have large wings and long, thin bodies, and both start their lives as caterpillars. However, butterflies usually have brighter colors on their wings than moths. Also, butterflies are most active during the day, while moths are generally creatures of the night.
What is the text structure?
What is the text structure?
a)
Problem/Solution
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Sequence
21.
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.
What is the text structure?
a)
Problem/Solution
b)
Compare/Contrast
c)
Description
d)
Sequence
22.
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?
a)
water instead of soda
b)
on the other hand, although
c)
and, so
d)
is a much healthier choice
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