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Reading – Compare & Contrast

Reading · Level 3 · CCSS: RI.3.9, RL.3.9 · Worksheet 3 of 5 · Practice Set 2

Level 3 ⭐⭐⭐

Practice SetsSet 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5 Set 6 Set 7 Set 8 Set 9 Set 10

1 Read Two Short Texts

Read both texts carefully. Then compare how the two subjects are alike and different.

🐢 Turtles
Turtles move slowly and carry hard shells on their backs. Many turtles live near ponds or marshes, while some live in the ocean. They can pull their heads and legs inside their shells for protection.

🐸 Frogs
Frogs can jump far and often live near water. They have smooth skin instead of shells. Frogs start life as tadpoles and change as they grow, which is called metamorphosis.

2 Venn Diagram

Write facts in the correct part of the Venn diagram.

Only Turtles 🐢

Both

Only Frogs 🐸

Only Turtles	Both	Only Frogs

3 Compare & Contrast Questions

Answer using information from both texts.

Question	Your Answer
How are turtles and frogs alike?
How are they different in body covering?
Which animal changes form as it grows?
Which one uses a shell for protection?

4 Compare & Contrast Signal Words

Use these signal words to write sentences comparing the two subjects.

Signal Words both but however alike different similarly

Write a sentence using "both":

Write a sentence using "but" or "however":

Which animal seems better protected? Use a signal word in your answer:

5 Evidence-Based Questions (SBA Practice)

These two-part questions are like the ones on the state test. First answer the question, then find the evidence that supports your answer.

Part A: What is the MOST important way these two subjects are alike?

Part B: Which detail from the text BEST supports your answer to Part A?

Explain in your own words: How does this detail support your answer?

+ Bonus Reading Practice

Use this short practice to extend Set 2.

Topic words: library, shelf, book, clue

1. Write one sentence using two of the words above.

2. What detail would you expect to find in a passage about this topic?

3. Write one inference a reader could make from a text about this topic.