Writers explain how things are similar and different to make a Comparison. This helps make your ideas sound more complex

• Example: Both coffee and tea are hot, but coffee is different because it is more delicious.

1 Beginning- can name a few words about the picture

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2- Intermediate can use connecting words & speak in sentences

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3- Advanced can provide extra details 3-4 sentences

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4- Advanced High - can speak with few errors​

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Compare and contrast are frequently tested on on the TELPAS.

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This is the big test we take in February to understand your level in English. ​

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Questions begin very easy.

1. Describe the butterfly.

2. What is the lion doing? ​

However, questions get ore difficult. If you can use connecting words you will get an intermediate.

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How are tiger and kitten alike? How are they different?

Both the kitten and the tiger are cats. But the tiger is different because it is bigger and stronger.

1. Speak loudly!

2. Write out your answers.​ the test is graded by a computer!

Important Tips to get a higher score

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​You an only record 2 times

A "good" response should be 2-3 sentences.

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​Some text here about the topic of discussion.

The more information you can add the higher score you will get.