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100

Name three ways a baby and an elderly person are the same

they are both human; both have same body parts; both have someone care for them 

100
"Likewise" is that a word for how things are the same or different?

Same

100

What does inferencing mean? (what is a similar word)

Guess, predict, assume 

100

I had finally gotten used to being weightless. It became a comfortable feeling. I especially liked floating by the window to see the planet Earth below. Who am I?

Astronaut

100

Where does wool come from

sheep

200

Name three ways that a rope and a hose are different

Answers may vary

200

"Also" is a word for explaining how things are the (same or different)?

Same
200

I have quite an exciting job that allows me to work with lots of exotic animals. I work hard from the early morning to the end of the day because a lot of critters depend on me. I am in charge of feeding animals, cleaning habitats, and making sure all the animals are happy and healthy. What is this person's occupation? How do you know?

Zoo keeper
200

My father did not like to wear his crown. He said it was heavy and made his head hurt. While I did not have a crown, my parents made sure I had a silk dress with gold thread to wear for the coronation

Princess 
200

How many school days do we have off for holiday break?

8

300

Name three ways a strawberry and cherry the different? 

Answers vary

300

"although" is a word to describe how two things are the...(same or different)?

Different 

300

The water felt so good on such a hot day. I heard the other children laughing and yelling across the way.The concrete was wet from a group of teenagers splashing each other in the corner. The lifeguard watched closely to keep children from running.

Pool

300

The crowd began to roar as I made a few practice swings with the bat. The umpire called to me sharply to hurry. I was not in any hurry to face the most famous pitcher in history.

Baseball player

300

what is another name for the fall?

autumn

400

What does compare mean? 

Tell how things are the same

400

"Both" is a word to describe how two things are the....(same or different) 

Same! 

400

 As we entered, a large blast of water hit the windshield. Huge flopping sponges began to slap at the hood as we slowly moved forward. Soon, there were suds spilling over the sides. I was glad the windows were rolled up!

Car wash

400

I often work in the early morning when the light is best. The canvas has had time to dry over night. When I start, I make sure all of my brushes are clean. Who am I?

Artist/Painter

400

When do we come back from holiday break?

Thursday January 2nd

500

What does contrast mean

Tell how two things are different

500
"However" is a word to explain how things are the... (same or different) 

Different 

500

 It felt wonderful to be outside, even if only for a little while! All the swings were already taken, and a group  was playing softball on the diamond. Casey and I decided use the monkey bars until the teacher called us. 

playground

500

I go to SLAMS, I typically sit in the sunroom room; I see kids for language and communication difficulties. Who am I?

Miss Beth

500

What is your favorite part of being home for the holidays?

anything!