Free Printable COMPARE AND CONTRAST

1.

What does it mean to compare things?

a)

look at differences

b)

look at similarities

c)

look at what is alike and what is different.

2.

What does it mean to contrast?

a)

To tell what is alike and what is the same.

b)

To tell what is different.

c)

To tell what is alike and what is different.

3.

Which graphic organizer can be used to show compare and contrast?

a)

b)

c)

d)

4.

Frogs and toads can live in the water and on the land. They both catch food with long, sticky tongues. They eat insects and small animals. You can tell them apart by their bodies. Frogs have long, strong back legs and thin, moist skin. Toads have shorter back legs and drier skin. Name something the same about the two animals.

a)

They can both live on land or water.

b)

They only live in the water.

c)

They both have long back legs.

d)

They both make great pets.

5.

Tara and Laura like to go hiking. While Laura loved to bring her dog and walk the trail, Tara loved to bike. Both girls really enjoyed finding natural waterfalls to swim in. Tana and Laura also really loved eating fresh fruit along the trails. Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek down. In what ways can you compare the two girls?

a)

Tana and Laura both liked to bring their dogs on the trail.

b)

Tana and Laura both were scared to eat fruit along the trial.

c)

Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek back down.

d)

Tana and Laura both liked finding natural waterfalls to swim in.

6.

Stella was born in Poland. She lived with her family in a small house near the Oder River. Both Stella's parents are teachers. Stella's friend Tim was born in Mexico. He likes to play soccer. Tim lived in a big house by the Rio Grande River. Tim's parents are doctors.

What is different about Stella and Tim?

a)

Their parents have different jobs.

b)

Stella likes Tim.

c)

They both live by water.

d)

Tim likes Stella.

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7.

Ice-cream is a delicious frozen treat that comes in a many different colors and flavors. Two of my favorite flavors are strawberry and chocolate. Though both of these flavors are delicious, strawberry may contain pieces of fruit while chocolate usually will not. Even though more chocolate ice-cream is sold across the country annually than strawberry, each flavor tastes great inside of a milk shake. What two things are being compared and contrasted?

a)

chocolate and strawberry ice cream

b)

vanilla and chocolate ice cream

c)

pizza and chips

d)

soda and water

8.

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. How are a teacher and doctor alike?

a)

They work with children.

b)

They work in hospitals.

c)

They work with many people.

9.

Kate lived in a large house with many animals. Her best friend, Jill, lived in a small house without pets. How were the friends' homes different?

a)

Kate had a large house, but Jill's was small.

b)

Kate doesn't have pets, but Jill does.

c)

Both Kate and Jill have homes.

10.

The Fourth of July and Veteran's Day are both U.S. holidays. However, the Fourth of July celebrates our independence and Veteran's Day celebrates military veterans. How are these holidays different?

a)

Both holidays are celebrated in the U.S.

b)

Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.

c)

Both holidays are in the summer.

11.

Words that can be used when comparing.

a)

similar

alike

b)

differences

unalike

c)

same

unalike

12.

Words that can be used when contrasting.

a)

also

b)

differences

unalike

c)

similar

both

13.

Compare a basketball and a soccer ball.

a)

basketball is used with the hands the soccer ball is used with feet

b)

one is used on a court, the other is used on a field

c)

basketballs score points while soccer balls score goals.

d)

both are round and used in sports.

14.

A type of chart with overlapping circles used for compare and contrasr is a

a)

T Chart

b)

Venn Diagram

c)

Pie Chart

15.

What do you write in the outer circles of a Venn Diagram?

a)

Similarities

b)

Differences

16.

What do you put in the inner circle of the Venn Diagram?

a)

similarities

b)

differences

17.

Contrast a basketball and a soccer ball.

a)

Basketballs and soccer balls can be both used to play with.

b)

A basketball is dribbled while a soccer ball is kicked.

18.

Identify the key word: One similarity between dogs and cats is that they both have fur.

a)

have

b)

fur

c)

similarity

d)

cats

19.

When comparing, what words can you use?

a)

both

b)

alike

c)

similar

d)

but

20.

When contrasting, what words can you use?

a)

but

b)

in contrast

c)

however

d)

likewise

21.

Hand soap and liquid soap both work __________________.

a)

on the other hand
although

b)

too

c)

in the same way

d)

in contrast to

22.

My best friend and I both like rock music. We are _____________ in that way.

a)

while

b)

unlike

c)

different

d)

alike

23.

The apple and the orange are _____________. One is sweet, the other is sour.

a)

although

b)

dissimilar

c)

both

d)

but

24.

Some people like to exercise indoors, _______________ others prefer to exercise outdoors.

a)

similarly

b)

whereas

c)

alike

d)

both

25.

I am fond of volleyball; __________________, my brother is enthusiastic about playing footbal.

a)

on the other hand

b)

in the same way

c)

too

d)

unlike

26.

I like doing my homework on Friday __________________ my desk mate who generally does on Sunday evening.

a)

while

b)

like

c)

although

d)

in contrast to

27.

Compare is to explain how something is similar to something else.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

What is the definition of contrast?

a)

What?

b)

Explain how something is different from something else.

c)

Explain how something is the same from something else.

d)

When two objects are found together.

29.

Alaska and Hawaii are both states. Alaska has a cold climate, while Hawaii has a warm climate. How are Alaska and Hawaii similar?

a)

Alaska and Hawaii are both states.

b)

Alaska is cold and Hawaii is hot.

c)

Alaska is not apart of the United States and Hawaii is.

d)

They both have cold climates.

30.

In Science class, you have to read about potential and kinetic energy. In Social Studies class, you read about mummies and pyramids. How is Science class and Social Studies class different?

a)

In both Science and Social Studies you read.

b)

In Science you read about potential and Kinetic energy and in Social Studies you read about mummies and pyramids.

c)

You watch videos in science and read in Social Studies.

d)

All of the above.

31.

Stella was born in Poland. She lived with her family in a small house near the Oder River. Both Stella's parents are teachers. Stella's friend Tim was born in Mexico. He likes to play soccer. Tim lived in a big house by the Rio Grande River. Tim's parents are doctors.
What is different about Stella and Tim?

a)

Their parents have different jobs.

b)

They both live by water.

c)

Stella likes Tim.

d)

Tim likes Stella.

32.

Messi likes to eat ice cream after a soccer game. Aguero likes to drink coffee. Both are really good soccer players but Messi runs faster than Aguero. Aguero is really good at scoring. Messi and Aguero both played on the same team for World Cup.
What is different for Messi and Aguero?

a)

Messi runs faster than Aguero.

b)

Messi and Aguero played for different teams at the World Cup.

c)

Messi is a better at Math than Aguero.

d)

Before soccer games, Aguero and Messi eat different things.

33.

When purchasing goods or services, most consumers have a choice of using cash or a credit card. Credit cards are very convenient. Credit cards charge interest, which is an additional charge on top of whatever the product or service costs. If a credit card user doesn’t pay his bill immediately, the interest compounds (increases), which can make an everyday purchase turn into long-term debt. On the other hand, using cash means a person is only using only money he has and is not accumulating debt to pay in the future. What is a difference between cash and credit cards?

a)

Cash leaves you with no interest and credit cards have interest.

b)

One is paper and one is bigger paper.

c)

Cash you get from your parents and credit cards you get from the bank.

d)

Consumers prefer cash over credit cards.

34.

There are some similarities between the T.Rex and the Gigantosaurus. Both were meat-eaters. Both were saurischians, or "lizard-hipped" dinosaurs, as contrasted with "bird-lipped" dinosaurs. Each dinosaur was the dominant predator of its time and place. What is something they have in common?

a)

They were both bird-lipped dinosaurs.

b)

They were both plant eaters.

c)

both were dominant predators of their time.

d)

They were both small dinosaurs.

35.

Frogs and toads can live in the water and on the land. They both catch food with long, sticky tongues. They eat insects and small animals. You can tell them apart by their bodies. Frogs have long, strong back legs and thin, moist skin. Toads have shorter back legs and drier skin. Name something the same about the two animals.

a)

They only live in the water.

b)

They can both live on land or water.

c)

They both have long back legs.

d)

They both make great pets.

36.

Ice-cream is a delicious frozen treat that comes in a many different colors and flavors. Two of my favorite flavors are strawberry and chocolate. Though both of these flavors are delicious, strawberry may contain pieces of fruit while chocolate usually will not. Even though more chocolate ice-cream is sold across the country annually than strawberry, each flavor tastes great inside of a milk shake. What two things are being compared and contrasted?

a)

chocolate and strawberry ice cream

b)

vanilla and chocolate ice cream

c)

pizza and chips

d)

soda and water

37.

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

38.

Thousands of years ago the native people of North America had to build houses that fit their life. One kind of house was a teepee. The Plains people lived in teepees. Teepees were easy to put up and take down. In fact, it only took about half an hour to build a teepee. This was perfect for the Plains people who spent their time hunting and hunting animal. The Inuit, who lived in the cold Arctic region, spent part of the year living in Igloos. Igloos were temporary homes like teepees. However, they were built for the cold winter months whereas a teepee could be used year round. Both teepees and igloos had one main room that the family lived in and were usually made for a single family. Teepees and igloos were made of very different materials. Igloos were made from blocks of snow stacked on top of each other, while teepes were made of buffalo hide, tree branches or grass. The shape of teepees and igloos were also different. Teepees were cone-shaped, using three or four poles for support, in contrast, igloos were dome-shaped. One similarity between igloos and teepees was that both....

a)

contained one main room for the family to use.

b)

were made with sticks and mud.

c)

served as temporary housing.

d)

were used only during the winter months.

39.

Crocodiles and alligators are large, frightful-looking reptiles. They are classified as reptiles because they have tough, scaly skin and are cold-blooded. This means their body temperatures become warmer as the air temperature rises and colder as the air temperature falls. Both crocodiles and alligators bury their eggs in sand or mud until their babies hatch. Very young crocodiles and alligators eat worms and insects. Adults eat mammals and are even known to attack humans. Crocodiles and alligators swim by sweeping their tails from side to side in the water. Because they need air to breathe, the tips of their noses and their eyes can always be seen outside of the water. How can you tell a crocodile apart from an alligator? The main difference is that a crocodile has a narrow snout that comes to a point at the tip, and the fourth lower tooth is always visible even when the crocodile's mouth is closed. An alligator, on the other hand, has a broad, blunt snout. Its fourth lower tooth cannot be seen when the alligator's mouth is closed. Another difference between crocodiles and alligators is their habitat. Crocodiles are found near swamps, lakes and rivers in the tropical areas of Africa, Australia, Asia, Madagascar, and South America. Alligators are only found in two freshwater locations: The American Alligator can be found in the southeastern United States from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. The Chinese Alligator lives in the Yangtze River Valley in China. In addition, alligators are less aggressive and move more slowly than crocodiles. They are also not as large. Crocodiles are known to have grown as long as 23 feet. Alligators grow to be about 15 feet long.
How do crocodiles and alligators look different?

a)

Crocodiles swim by moving their tail from side to side, and alligators keep their tails still.

b)

An alligator’s fourth lower tooth is always visible.

c)

Crocodiles have narrow snouts, but alligators have broad snouts.

d)

Alligators are brown, but crocodiles are green.

40.

Sarah and Ruth are twins. They were born on the same day and look alike. However, Sarah and Ruth are very different people. Sarah is shy and quiet but Ruth is outgoing and loves talking to people. Sarah’s favorite school class is math, but Ruth’s favorite class is reading. The twins each have a pet. Sarah has a cat named Sally and Ruth has a pet bird named Polly. There are also more differences in the twins. Sarah’s favorite color is pink and Ruth’s favorite color is blue. Ruth likes to eat vegetables, but Sarah doesn’t like many vegetables. Also, Ruth’s favorite drink is fruit juice while Sarah’s favorite drink is milk. The twins look alike, but they are different on the inside and are best friends. Sarah and Ruth love each other very much. Both Sarah and Ruth...

a)

look alike.

b)

are shy and quiet.

c)

love the color purple.

d)

enjoy celebrating their birthday.

41.

Tara and Laura like to go hiking. While Laura loved to bring her dog and walk the trail, Tara loved to bike. Both girls really enjoyed finding natural waterfalls to swim in. Tana and Laura also really loved eating fresh fruit along the trails. Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek down. In what ways can you compare the two girls?

a)

Tana and Laura both liked to bring their dogs on the trail.

b)

Tana and Laura both liked finding natural waterfalls to swim in.

c)

Tana and Laura both were scared to eat fruit along the trial.

d)

Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek back down.

42.

Rain forests are filled with trees and plants. They are home to millions of animals. There are two main types of rain forests: temperate and tropical. Some tropical rain forests are near the equator. They are in South America, Africa and Australia. Some temperate rain forests are along the west coast of the United States and Canada. There are more trees in tropical rain forests that in temperate ones. Both get over 80 inches of rain a year. However, in tropical rain forests it is almost always raining. Temperate rain forests have wet and dry seasons. The soil of a tropical rain forest is very old. Temperate rain forests have soil that has more nutrients in it. What characteristics do both forests share?

a)

They are both near the equator.

b)

It is always raining in both forests.

c)

They get over 80 inches of rain a year.

d)

They have wet and dry seasons.

43.

Megan has two cats and she lives in a big house. Jessica lives in a small apartment and she has three dogs. How are Megan and Jessica different?

a)

One of them has dogs and lives in an apartment and the other one has cats and lives in a house.

b)

They both have pets.

c)

They are both girls.

44.

How are these two objects similar?

a)

They are the same color.

b)

They both have leaves.

c)

They're both apples.

45.

Adam likes to go for a run every morning before work. Jacob likes to ride his bicycle every evening after dinner. How are they similar?

a)

Adam runs and Jacob bikes.

b)

They both exercise everyday.

c)

They both exercise before work.

d)

They both exercise after dinner.

46.

Cinderella is kind, sweet, and charming, while her step sisters are mean and cruel. How are Cinderella and her step sisters different?

a)

They both want to marry the prince.

b)

The step sisters are kind, but Cinderella is not.

c)

Cinderella is kind, but her step sisters are not.

47.

Kate lived in a large house with many animals. Her best friend, Jill, lived in a small house without pets. How were the friends' homes different?

a)

Kate had a large house, but Jill's was small.

b)

Kate doesn't have pets, but Jill does.

c)

Both Kate and Jill have homes.

48.

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. How are my pets similar?

a)

They both chew on things.

b)

They both love to cuddle.

c)

They both sleep a lot.

49.

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. How are a teacher and doctor alike?

a)

They work with children.

b)

They work in hospitals.

c)

They work with many people.

50.

If I have a problem, I talk to my mom about it because she is nicer than my dad.

a)

This is a comparison.

b)

This is a contrasting statement.

51.

Who are the main characters in this story?

a)

the hare and the snake

b)

the tortoise and the hare

c)

the mouse and the tortoise

52.

How does the tortoise run?

a)

very fast

b)

very slowly

c)

smiling

53.

Compare and Contrast: How are the tortoise and the hare similar?

a)

The two eat ice-cream.

b)

The two participate in the race.

c)

The two have long ears.

54.

Compare and Contrast: What is another similarity between the tortoise and the hare?

a)

The hare has FOUR eyes and the tortoise too.

b)

The turtle and the hare can talk in the story.

c)

The mouse is little and the tortoise too.

55.

Compare and Contrast: How are the tortoise and the hare different?

a)

Both like competitions.

b)

The tortoise is slow, but the hare is very fast.

c)

The two are animals.

56.

What does the hare think about the tortoise?

a)

The hare thinks the tortoise is very beautiful.

b)

The hare thinks the tortoise is an easy competitor.

c)

The hare thinks the tortoise has a big shell.

57.

What kind of snack does the hare like?

a)

apples

b)

carrots

c)

bananas

58.

Why is the hare taking a nap?

a)

The hare is really tired because he worked many hours.

b)

The hare thinks the tortoise is slow, so he has time to sleep.

c)

The tortoise is a happy turtle.

59.

When does the tortoise passes the hare?

a)

when the hare breaks a leg

b)

when the hare takes a nap

c)

when the hare gets lost

60.

What happens when the hare wakes up?

a)

The tortoise is at home.

b)

The tortoise is about to win.

c)

The hare goes home.

61.

Who wins the competition?

a)

the tortoise

b)

the hare

c)

the bird

62.

What does the hare learn?

a)

Sometimes fast and carefully wins the race.

b)

Sometimes slow and steady wins the race.

c)

Sometimes eating carrots is the only choice.

63.

What is a moral?

a)

a fact

b)

an opinion

c)

a lesson

d)

a direction

64.

The ending of the story when the conflict is resolved

a)

Exposition

b)

Rising Action

c)

solution

d)

Falling Action

65.

The people in the story

a)

Setting

b)

Characters

c)

Conflict

66.

The conflict in a story is called

a)

problem

b)

Plot

c)

Rising Action

d)

Setting

67.

The time and place of a story

a)

Conflict

b)

Plot

c)

Rising Action

d)

Setting

68.

All of the events in a story

a)

Conflict

b)

Expostition

c)

Plot

d)

Setting

69.

The author’s REASON for writing the text

-persuade -entertain -teach -explain

-inform -express feelings

a)

Author's Purpose

b)

Main Idea

c)

Setting

d)

Details

70.

Where and When the story takes place

PLACE and TIME

a)

Problem/Solution

b)

Summary

c)

Setting

d)

Characters

71.

The way an author ORGANIZES text

-ex. sequence

-ex. main idea followed by details

-ex. compare/contrast

a)

Theme

b)

Plot

c)

Setting

d)

Author's Organization/Text Structure

72.

The people or animals in stories

a)

Details

b)

Problem/Solution

c)

Characters

d)

Plot

73.

The events that happen in a story. There is usually a problem and a solution.

a)

Plot

b)

Main Idea

c)

Setting

d)

Theme

74.

What a whole story or paragraph is MOSTLY about

a)

Theme

b)

Author's Purpose

c)

Setting

d)

Main Idea

75.

The conflict in the story and the way it was solved

a)

Problem/Solution

b)

Main Idea

c)

Plot

d)

Setting

76.

Which of these could be the setting of a fairy tale?

a)

a king and queen

b)

people change as they get older

c)

a faraway castle

d)

a wicked witch puts a curse on a princess

77.

If your life were a story, one of the characters might be:

a)

your fight with your mom

b)

your teacher

c)

your house

d)

the year 2015

78.

The people in a story are called the ...

a)

personages

b)

characters

c)

actors

d)

stars

79.

The sun shined brightly in the morning sky. The ground was damp from the dew. The leaves on the trees glistened and the birds were chirping to each other.
Which story element is being described?

a)

setting

b)

problem

c)

solution

80.

Caleb was a class clown. He always called out in class. He cracked jokes when the teacher was talking. He even made funny noises with is lips.
Which story element is being described?

a)

setting

b)

problem

c)

character

81.

The waves crashed gently on the shore. Foam rolled over the sand and tickled the children's feet. The seagulls flying overhead filled the beach with a familiar sound.
Which story element is being described?

a)

problem

b)

setting

c)

solution

82.

Conner didn't care that Sienna didn't play baseball like he did or play video games. He enjoyed spending time with her playing board games or acting out plays. He treated her with kindness and respect.
Which story element is being described?

a)

character

b)

problem

c)

solution

83.

Comparison essays focus on the:

a)

similarities

b)

differences

84.

Contrast essays focus on the:

a)

similarities

b)

differences

85.

True or false: For your essay, you should focus on only comparing OR contrasting, not both.

a)

True

b)

False

86.

Which compare/contrast essay format has five paragraphs?

a)

Point-by-point method

b)

Block method

87.

Which compare/contrast essay format has four paragraphs?

a)

Point-by-point method

b)

Block method

88.

Which compare/contrast format is most common?

a)

Point-by-point method

b)

Block method

89.

Which compare/contrast method is used mostly for "then and now" essays?

a)

Point-by-point method

b)

Block method

90.

Which compare/contrast method will be used for the essay test tomorrow?

a)

Point-by-point method

b)

Block method

91.

Where in the introduction should you give the reason for the comparison or contrast, for example to determine which is the more or less desirable of the two?

a)

Hook

b)

Narrow

c)

Thesis statement

92.

Where in the introduction should you clearly present the two items to be compared or contrasted (the topics) and the criteria for the comparison or contrast (the main ideas)?

a)

Hook

b)

Narrow

c)

Thesis statement

93.

True or false: You need to have 3 sub-points for each main idea.

a)

True

b)

False

94.

These transitions are good for what kind of essay? However

On the contrary

On the other hand

In contrast

Although

Unlike

Though

Instead of

but

a)

Comparison

b)

Contrast

95.

These transitions are good for what kind of essay?

Also

Similarly

Too

Both

Like

Not only...but also

Have in common

Share the same

In the same manner

a)

Comparison

b)

Contrast

96.

Which part of the essay should summarize or restate the thesis, main points and may indicate a preference for one of the two items being compared/contrasted?

a)

Introduction

b)

Body

c)

Conclusion

97.

What is the purpose of a compare/contrast essay?

a)

talk about the similarities and differences of two subjects

b)

inform or explain a subject to the reader

c)

tell a story

d)

use the five senses to paint a picture for the reader, incorporating imagery and specific details

98.

Which of the following does NOT state the obvious?

a)

Both Cinderellas marry a prince.

b)

While the magic in Grimm's Cinderella help to bring Cinderella and her prince together, the magic in the African Cinderella is embodied by the prince.

c)

The Cinderellas in both stories fall in love.

d)

The Cinderella in each story is forced to clean for others.

99.

In a compare/contrast essay which is more interesting?

a)

to focus on the similarities

b)

to focus on the differences

100.

The hook...

a)

engages the reader

b)

engages the reader and introduces BOTH subjects

c)

can be a short story about a new age Cinderella

d)

introduces what you are going to prove for the rest of the essay

101.

What comes after the hook in an essay?

a)

thesis statement

b)

body paragraphs

c)

evidence to support the ideas in the hook

d)

background information

102.

Define thesis statement.

a)

a statement of the main claims of the essay

b)

the judgement that appears at the end of an essay

c)

the evidence used to back up claims

d)

a device used to pull readers into your essay

103.

When writing a letter is it appropriate to use second person pronouns? ex. you, yours

a)

yes

b)

no

104.

Which of the following would be a suitable thesis statement for your assignment?

a)

Cinderella, while popular, is a terrible role model for today's young girls.

b)

The themes in your story have impacted cultures around the world.

c)

Your Cinderella and those around the world teach that goodness triumphs over evil, the world will avenge those who have been unkind, and those who leave us never leave our hearts.

d)

I found your story to be gruesome and potentially harmful for young minds.

105.

A point by point comparison...

a)

has one paragraph that focuses on the similarities while the following focuses on the differences

b)

the first paragraph focuses on one subject while the following focuses on another

c)

each paragraph focuses on one point of comparison (similarities or differences)

106.

Which organizational style does the following outline represent?
Paragraph 1 - a comparison of how Grimm's Cinderella and Cinderellas from around the world are saved from a life of slavery
Paragraph 2 - a comparison of how Grimm's Cinderella and Cinderellas from around the world are especially kind to others

a)

Block Method

b)

Subject to Subject Method

c)

Point by Point Method

107.

Which two things should a conclusion paragraph include?

a)

a summary of the main points and a final opinion

b)

a final point of comparison and a salutation

c)

the most important piece of evidence and a restatement of the thesis

d)

a new idea and a concluding statement

108.

Which of the following is a comparison?

a)

The prince finds Grimm's Cinderella when he searches the land far and wide for whoever can fit the shoe. In the African story, the Cinderella goes looking for her prince.

b)

In both Grimm's Cinderella and the Egyptian Cinderella, the prince must find the girl who fits the shoe.

c)

Grimm's Cinderella is enslaved by her step-mother, whereas in the Egyptian Cinderella, Rhodopis is enslaved by a master.

109.

Which of the following contrasts the Cinderellas?

a)

Despite other's put-downs and teasing, both Grimm's Cinderella and Rhodopis ignore their bullies and show kindness to others

b)

Grimm's Cinderella and Jouanah experience the death of their mother. The spirit of their mothers intervene to ensure their daughters meet the prince.

c)

While Domitila clearly shows a natural talent for cooking, Grimm's Cinderella shows no talent to make anything

110.

Also, as, as well as, both, in the same manner, in the same way, like, likewise, most important, same, similar, too

a)

Listed above are transition words for comparing two things

b)

Listed above are transition words for contrasting two things

111.

Although, but, differ, even though, however, in contrast, instead, nevertheless, on the contrary, on the other hand, unless, unlike, while, yet

a)

Listed above are transition words for comparing two things

b)

Listed above are transition words for contrasting two things

112.

How many paragraphs is the entire compare contrast essay going to be?

a)

3

b)

2

c)

5

d)

4

113.

What should be the last sentence in the introduction paragraph?

a)

thesis statement

b)

topic sentence

c)

closing sentence

d)

transition sentence

114.

What is the purpose of the thesis statement

(more than one answer is possible)

a)

hooks the reader to want to read more

b)

states the action the writer wants the reader to take

c)

lets the reader know what information he/she will read and in which order it will be written

d)

gives the writer a focus to maintain throughout the essay

115.

How should the information within a body paragraph be organized?

a)

topic sentence, similarities, differences, closing sentence

b)

topic sentence, differences, transition sentence, similarities, closing sentence

c)

topic sentence, similarities, transition sentence, differences, closing sentence

d)

topic sentence, transition sentence, similarities, transition sentence, differences, closing sentence

116.

What information needs to be included in the topic and closing sentences of the body paragraphs?

a)

two subjects, words similar and different, and a point of comparison

b)

words middle school, point of comparison, and two subjects

c)

one subject, words similar and different, and two points of comparison

d)

two subjects, words middle school, words similar and different

117.

What does elaborate or elaboration mean?

a)

to make something fancy

b)

to talk more

c)

to add more details, explanations, examples

d)

to add an accessory to an outfit

118.

Why must you elaborate each similarity and each difference?

(more than one possible answer)

a)

makes writing more interesting

b)

makes writing easier to understand

c)

makes the writer's hand hurt

d)

makes the reader's eyes sore

119.

Where should the transition sentence be within the body paragraphs?

a)

first sentence

b)

between each sentence

c)

last sentence

d)

between the similarities and differences

120.

What is the purpose of the transition sentence within the body paragraphs?

a)

helps create coherence - the reader can easily read each similarity and its explanation

b)

creates confusion - the reader struggles to understand the similarities and differences within the paragraph

c)

helps create coherence - the reader can easily move from the similarities being compared to the differences being contrasted

d)

the reader can easily determine the topic of the next paragraph

121.

The Fourth of July and Veteran's Day are both U.S. holidays. However, the Fourth of July celebrates our independence and Veteran's Day celebrates military veterans. How are these holidays different?

a)

Both holidays are celebrated in the U.S.

b)

Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.

c)

Both holidays are in the summer.

122.

The key word another is…

a)

Compare

b)

Both

c)

Contrast

123.

Tokyo is a center of fashion, and NewYork is, ___________.

a)

too

b)

in contrast to

c)

on the other hand

d)

but

124.

The apple and the orange are _____________. One is sweet, the other is sour.

a)

although

b)

dissimilar

c)

both

d)

but

125.

Hand soap and liquid soap both work __________________.

a)

on the other hand
although

b)

too

c)

in the same way

d)

in contrast to

126.

My best friend and I both like rock music. We are _____________ in that way.

a)

while

b)

unlike

c)

different

d)

alike

127.

My best friend and I both like rock music. We are _____________ in that way.

a)

while

b)

unlike

c)

different

d)

alike

128.

Some people like to exercise indoors, _______________ others prefer to exercise outdoors.

a)

similarly

b)

whereas

c)

alike

d)

both

129.

I am fond of volleyball; __________________, my brother is enthusiastic about playing footbal.

a)

on the other hand

b)

in the same way

c)

too

d)

unlike

130.

________________ I am hungry, I won't eat anything because I'm on a diet.

a)

But

b)

Alike

c)

Although

d)

Both

131.

I like doing my homework on Friday __________________ my desk mate who generally does on Sunday evening.

a)

while

b)

like

c)

although

d)

in contrast to

132.

I sometimes go for a walk with my mom, ________________ I am not fond of it.

a)

although

b)

unlike

c)

in contrast to

d)

like

133.

Some people love eating meat, ________________ many others are vegetarians.

a)

while

b)

unlike

c)

similarly

d)

in the same way

134.

Tokyo is a center of fashion, and NewYork is, ___________.

a)

too

b)

in contrast to

c)

on the other hand

d)

but

135.

The apple and the orange are _____________. One is sweet, the other is sour.

a)

although

b)

dissimilar

c)

both

d)

but

136.

Hand soap and liquid soap both work __________________.

a)

on the other hand
although

b)

too

c)

in the same way

d)

in contrast to

137.

My best friend and I both like rock music. We are _____________ in that way.

a)

while

b)

unlike

c)

different

d)

alike

138.

I am fond of volleyball; __________________, my brother is enthusiastic about playing footbal.

a)

on the other hand

b)

in the same way

c)

too

d)

unlike

139.

________________ I am hungry, I won't eat anything because I'm on a diet.

a)

But

b)

Alike

c)

Although

d)

Both

140.

I like doing my homework on Friday __________________ my desk mate who generally does on Sunday evening.

a)

while

b)

like

c)

although

d)

in contrast to

141.

I sometimes go for a walk with my mom, ________________ I am not fond of it.

a)

although

b)

unlike

c)

in contrast to

d)

like

142.

What does it mean to contrast two or more objects?

a)

look for similarities

b)

look for differences

c)

both

d)

neither

143.

When people compare and contrast, they typically use a

a)

Pie chart

b)

line graph

c)

Venn diagram

144.

When comparing, what words should you look for (select all that apply)

a)

in the same way

b)

likewise

c)

as well

d)

but

145.

when contrasting, what words should you look for (select all that apply)

a)

but

b)

in contrast

c)

however

d)

likewise

146.

When comparing/contrasting two stories, you look for similarities and differences in

a)

plot

b)

characters

c)

theme

d)

all of the above

147.

Cats and dogs both have four paws

a)

similar

b)

different

148.

Spring and Summer are two of the seasons

a)

similar

b)

different

149.

What does it mean to compare things?

a)

look at differences

b)

look at similarities

150.

Stella was born in Poland. She lived with her family in a small house near the Oder River. Both Stella's parents are teachers. Stella's friend Tim was born in Mexico. He likes to play soccer. Tim lived in a big house by the Rio Grande River. Tim's parents are doctors.
What is different about Stella and Tim?

a)

Their parents have different jobs.

b)

They both live by water.

c)

Stella likes Tim.

d)

Tim likes Stella.

151.

Messi likes to eat ice cream after a soccer game. Aguero likes to drink coffee. Both are really good soccer players but Messi runs faster than Aguero. Aguero is really good at scoring. Messi and Aguero both played on the same team for World Cup.
What is different for Messi and Aguero?

a)

Messi runs faster than Aguero.

b)

Messi and Aguero played for different teams at the World Cup.

c)

Messi is a better at Math than Aguero.

d)

Before soccer games, Aguero and Messi eat different things.

152.

When purchasing goods or services, most consumers have a choice of using cash or a credit card. Credit cards are very convenient. Credit cards charge interest, which is an additional charge on top of whatever the product or service costs. If a credit card user doesn’t pay his bill immediately, the interest compounds (increases), which can make an everyday purchase turn into long-term debt. On the other hand, using cash means a person is only using only money he has and is not accumulating debt to pay in the future. What is a difference between cash and credit cards?

a)

Cash leaves you with no interest and credit cards have interest.

b)

One is paper and one is bigger paper.

c)

Cash you get from your parents and credit cards you get from the bank.

d)

Consumers prefer cash over credit cards.

153.

There are some similarities between the T.Rex and the Gigantosaurus. Both were meat-eaters. Both were saurischians, or "lizard-hipped" dinosaurs, as contrasted with "bird-lipped" dinosaurs. Each dinosaur was the dominant predator of its time and place. What is something they have in common?

a)

They were both bird-lipped dinosaurs.

b)

They were both plant eaters.

c)

both were dominant predators of their time.

d)

They were both small dinosaurs.

154.

Frogs and toads can live in the water and on the land. They both catch food with long, sticky tongues. They eat insects and small animals. You can tell them apart by their bodies. Frogs have long, strong back legs and thin, moist skin. Toads have shorter back legs and drier skin. Name something the same about the two animals.

a)

They only live in the water.

b)

They can both live on land or water.

c)

They both have long back legs.

d)

They both make great pets.

155.

Ice-cream is a delicious frozen treat that comes in a many different colors and flavors. Two of my favorite flavors are strawberry and chocolate. Though both of these flavors are delicious, strawberry may contain pieces of fruit while chocolate usually will not. Even though more chocolate ice-cream is sold across the country annually than strawberry, each flavor tastes great inside of a milk shake. What two things are being compared and contrasted?

a)

chocolate and strawberry ice cream

b)

vanilla and chocolate ice cream

c)

pizza and chips

d)

soda and water

156.

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

157.

Thousands of years ago the native people of North America had to build houses that fit their life. One kind of house was a teepee. The Plains people lived in teepees. Teepees were easy to put up and take down. In fact, it only took about half an hour to build a teepee. This was perfect for the Plains people who spent their time hunting and hunting animal. The Inuit, who lived in the cold Arctic region, spent part of the year living in Igloos. Igloos were temporary homes like teepees. However, they were built for the cold winter months whereas a teepee could be used year round. Both teepees and igloos had one main room that the family lived in and were usually made for a single family. Teepees and igloos were made of very different materials. Igloos were made from blocks of snow stacked on top of each other, while teepes were made of buffalo hide, tree branches or grass. The shape of teepees and igloos were also different. Teepees were cone-shaped, using three or four poles for support, in contrast, igloos were dome-shaped. One similarity between igloos and teepees was that both....

a)

contained one main room for the family to use.

b)

were made with sticks and mud.

c)

served as temporary housing.

d)

were used only during the winter months.

158.

Crocodiles and alligators are large, frightful-looking reptiles. They are classified as reptiles because they have tough, scaly skin and are cold-blooded. This means their body temperatures become warmer as the air temperature rises and colder as the air temperature falls. Both crocodiles and alligators bury their eggs in sand or mud until their babies hatch. Very young crocodiles and alligators eat worms and insects. Adults eat mammals and are even known to attack humans. Crocodiles and alligators swim by sweeping their tails from side to side in the water. Because they need air to breathe, the tips of their noses and their eyes can always be seen outside of the water. How can you tell a crocodile apart from an alligator? The main difference is that a crocodile has a narrow snout that comes to a point at the tip, and the fourth lower tooth is always visible even when the crocodile's mouth is closed. An alligator, on the other hand, has a broad, blunt snout. Its fourth lower tooth cannot be seen when the alligator's mouth is closed. Another difference between crocodiles and alligators is their habitat. Crocodiles are found near swamps, lakes and rivers in the tropical areas of Africa, Australia, Asia, Madagascar, and South America. Alligators are only found in two freshwater locations: The American Alligator can be found in the southeastern United States from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. The Chinese Alligator lives in the Yangtze River Valley in China. In addition, alligators are less aggressive and move more slowly than crocodiles. They are also not as large. Crocodiles are known to have grown as long as 23 feet. Alligators grow to be about 15 feet long.
How do crocodiles and alligators look different?

a)

Crocodiles swim by moving their tail from side to side, and alligators keep their tails still.

b)

An alligator’s fourth lower tooth is always visible.

c)

Crocodiles have narrow snouts, but alligators have broad snouts.

d)

Alligators are brown, but crocodiles are green.

159.

Sarah and Ruth are twins. They were born on the same day and look alike. However, Sarah and Ruth are very different people. Sarah is shy and quiet but Ruth is outgoing and loves talking to people. Sarah’s favorite school class is math, but Ruth’s favorite class is reading. The twins each have a pet. Sarah has a cat named Sally and Ruth has a pet bird named Polly. There are also more differences in the twins. Sarah’s favorite color is pink and Ruth’s favorite color is blue. Ruth likes to eat vegetables, but Sarah doesn’t like many vegetables. Also, Ruth’s favorite drink is fruit juice while Sarah’s favorite drink is milk. The twins look alike, but they are different on the inside and are best friends. Sarah and Ruth love each other very much. Both Sarah and Ruth...

a)

look alike.

b)

are shy and quiet.

c)

love the color purple.

d)

enjoy celebrating their birthday.

160.

Tara and Laura like to go hiking. While Laura loved to bring her dog and walk the trail, Tara loved to bike. Both girls really enjoyed finding natural waterfalls to swim in. Tana and Laura also really loved eating fresh fruit along the trails. Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek down. In what ways can you compare the two girls?

a)

Tana and Laura both liked to bring their dogs on the trail.

b)

Tana and Laura both liked finding natural waterfalls to swim in.

c)

Tana and Laura both were scared to eat fruit along the trial.

d)

Tana loved the hike up, while Laura loved the trek back down.

161.

Rain forests are filled with trees and plants. They are home to millions of animals. There are two main types of rain forests: temperate and tropical. Some tropical rain forests are near the equator. They are in South America, Africa and Australia. Some temperate rain forests are along the west coast of the United States and Canada. There are more trees in tropical rain forests that in temperate ones. Both get over 80 inches of rain a year. However, in tropical rain forests it is almost always raining. Temperate rain forests have wet and dry seasons. The soil of a tropical rain forest is very old. Temperate rain forests have soil that has more nutrients in it. What characteristics do both forests share?

a)

They are both near the equator.

b)

It is always raining in both forests.

c)

They get over 80 inches of rain a year.

d)

They have wet and dry seasons.

162.

Cinderella is kind, sweet, and charming, while her step sisters are mean and cruel. How are Cinderella and her step sisters different?

a)

They both want to marry the prince.

b)

The step sisters are kind, but Cinderella is not.

c)

Cinderella is kind, but her step sisters are not.

163.

Kate lived in a large house with many animals. Her best friend, Jill, lived in a small house without pets. How were the friends' homes different?

a)

Kate had a large house, but Jill's was small.

b)

Kate doesn't have pets, but Jill does.

c)

Both Kate and Jill have homes.

164.

The Fourth of July and Veteran's Day are both U.S. holidays. However, the Fourth of July celebrates our independence and Veteran's Day celebrates military veterans. How are these holidays different?

a)

Both holidays are celebrated in the U.S.

b)

Fourth of July celebrates independence, while Veteran's Day celebrates veterans.

c)

Both holidays are in the summer.

165.

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. How are my pets similar?

a)

They both chew on things.

b)

They both love to cuddle.

c)

They both sleep a lot.

166.

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. How are a teacher and doctor alike?

a)

They work with children.

b)

They work in hospitals.

c)

They work with many people.

167.

The key word same…

a)

Contrast

b)

Compare

168.

The key word different is…

a)

Contrast

b)

Compare

169.

The key word another is…

a)

Compare

b)

Both

c)

Contrast

170.

Read the following passages. Ballet began as a social dance. That means that it started as a way for people to spend time with one another and connect, not perform for an audience. Some of the first ballet dancers were upper-class French people who lived in the 1500s and who danced ballets to entertain themselves and their friends. Salsa is a type of dance that began in New York City in the 1970s. Salsa began as a social dance. Salsa comes from some Cuban dances like the cha-cha and also uses movements from Afro-Caribbean dances. Salsa is danced to Salsa music. According to the texts above, Ballet and Salsa dances are similar because

a)

they are both danced only by upper class French people.

b)

they both began as social dances.

c)

they are both styles of dance that began in the 1500s.

171.

What is an example of comparing

a)

Both fish are blue.

b)

Math is my favorite subject

c)

Whales are bigger than cats.

d)

I like pizza

172.

Setting - How could two stories setting be alike?

a)

Both take place in the woods.

b)

One is in the city the other is in the ocean.

c)

They take place 100 years apart

173.

What's a comparison between apples and oranges?

a)

one is red and one is orange

b)

they are both fruit

c)

one is sweet and one is sour

d)

one is crunchy and one is soft

COMPARE AND CONTRAST

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