One important part of the Common Core Standards for Reading is the ability to read two (or more) separate pieces of writing and then find their similarities and differences. This volume, penned by two teachers, provides that important piece of the Common Core Standards by including several lengthy pieces of writing that students can read and enjoy and then study, with a new eye for comparing and contrasting, using the provided interactive quiz questions and tips from an expert reader.
Introduction
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Chapter 1 A Quick And Easy Overview: The Skills And The Tips & Tricks
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Chapter 2 Comparing And Contrasting Literature: Expert Reader Model
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Close Reading
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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Written Response Question
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Chapter 3 Comparing And Contrasting Literature: Guided Practice
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Close Reading
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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Written Response Question
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Chapter 4 Comparing And Contrasting Informational Texts: Expert Reader Model
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Close Reading
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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Written Response Question
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Chapter 5 Comparing And Contrasting Informational Texts: Guided Practice
