This activity is from Scholastic Literacy Place. Page 2 of 2

A Fishy Tale: Compare/Contrast
Find a comparison or a contrasting statement from "A Fishy Tale" for each sentence below. Write the sentence on the line, and then tell whether it compares or contrasts.

Helpful Hint: When you compare, look for things that are alike. When you contrast, look for things that are different.


1. Our school doesn't have many parties, but...






2. The fourth grade wanted the theme to be "Under the Sea."






3. Everyone had to be on a team...






4. The cafeteria looked great...






Previous Page Previous Page Next Page Next Page
Answer Key

This page may be photocopied for classroom use.