Understanding Compare and Contrast

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What is the main purpose of assessing information with regards to a comparison?

To compare two scientists' views on pollution effects

To list similarities and differences

To evaluate information, choose a side, and support an argument (correct)

To create a Venn diagram

If the task is to only list similarities and differences in a comparison, what tool can be used?

Line graph

Venn diagram (correct)

Pie chart

Bar graph

What additional step is required if you have to write an essay expressing your opinion on a comparison?

Create a table

Conduct a survey

Evaluate information, choose a side, and support an argument (correct)

Use a scatter plot

In the context of writing an essay, what does it mean to 'choose a side' in a comparison?

Decide which scientist's view is most convincing Signup and view all the answers

What makes the final step of evaluating information easier in the context of writing an essay?

Finding relevant information in the previous step Signup and view all the answers

What should you use your details and information for when supporting your argument in an essay?

To support your claim Signup and view all the answers

If you have found relevant information in the previous step, what will be easier in the final stage of comparison assessment?

Evaluating the information is easier. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of choosing a side in a comparison?

To support your argument Signup and view all the answers

When assessing information in a comparison, what is the significance of listing similarities and differences?

To complete the task when only listing is required Signup and view all the answers

In the context of writing an essay, what is the purpose of evaluating information before choosing a side in a comparison?

To make the final step easier Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to decide which side of a comparison you find more convincing in an essay?

To support your argument effectively Signup and view all the answers

What makes supporting your opinion with details and information important in an essay?

To strengthen your argument Signup and view all the answers

If the task involves only listing similarities and differences, what key tool can be used?

A Venn diagram Signup and view all the answers

What additional step is necessary if you have to write an essay expressing your opinion on a comparison after assessing the information?

Choose a side and support it Signup and view all the answers

Why does evaluating your information become easier in the final stage of comparison assessment if relevant details are found earlier?

To use those details to support your claim Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if you fail to choose a side when writing an essay on a comparison?

To weaken your argument Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to use relevant information to support your claim in an essay on a comparison?

To strengthen your argument Signup and view all the answers

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