Comparing and Contrasting Similarities and Differences

How do I find Likenesses and Differences? Think about the ways two or more things are alike Think about the ways two or more things are different. We can compare and contrast people, places, and things.

Highlight Clue Words that Signal Compare and Contrast Examples Compare Both Same Alike Like Similar Contrast Unlike Differ/different However Instead On the other hand Whereas

Build on What You Have Learned Ask yourself… “How are they alike? How are they different?” “In what ways are they compared? In what ways are they contrasted?” Look for metaphors and similes, which are comparisons