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Lesson 6
Comparing and Contrasting Literary Elements
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Practice 3 - Instruction:

Sometimes we feel connected to a friend, sister, or brother because we are alike in many ways. Even then, we have unique differences that make us individuals. It must be the similarities and the differences that make the relationship valuable. You may have similar feelings about a close friend, brother, or sister to those expressed in this poem.

Click on the book link to the right to read the poem "Sisters." Check out the question you will be answering to jump-start your brain to look for connections as you read. This gives your reading a purpose and activates your brain cells!

Sisters

Question:

The sisters are alike in many many ways. What is their one difference?

HINT: First find the lines from the poem that show the one difference. Type the words that indicate a difference.

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Answers
A. One is scared of rats, the other isn't because she steps on roaches.
B. One likes to sing, the other likes to write poems.
C. One runs faster than the other.
D. One has babies, the other is not a parent.

If you found the lines that tell how the sisters are different, it was easy to find the correct answer. Check for the correct answer.

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