Comparison and Contrast of Information
Comparison and Contrast of Information
Contrast of
Information
Informative texts are presented
in different forms. Some are
presented by showing sequence
or order, description, cause and
effect, and problem and
solution.
Another way of presenting and
understanding details in an informative
text is through comparison and contrast.
Through this strategy, two or more
persons, places, things, events, or topics
are compared and contrasted.
Read the selection below.
Mount Mayon and Mount Taal
Mount Mayon and Mount Taal are two of the most
active volcanoes in the country. Mount Mayon is
known for its perfect cone-shaped structure. It is
located in the Bicol Region. Meanwhile, Mount Taal is
considered as the world’s smallest volcano. It is situated in
the CALABARZON Region. The two
volcanoes may differ in sizes, but once they erupt,
both may be destructive.
Mount Mayon and Mount Taal are
compared and contrasted in the given
selection. Their similarities are presented,
while their differences are also discussed.
They are compared and contrasted in
terms of their size and shape, location,
and status.
Learning Task 1: Read the statements below.
Then, identify the topics or items being
compared and contrasted. Write the letters of
your answers.
_______1. The capital of Rizal is Antipolo
while the capital of Quezon is Lucena.
A. Rizal and Quezon
B. Rizal and Antipolo
C. Quezon and Lucena
_______2. Eagle can fly while whale can swim.
A. eagle and snake
B. whale and snake
C. eagle and whale