The Pigman's Legacy
by Paul Zindel
Student Activity E
Introduction
Using a Venn Diagram, you will compare and contrast the characteristics that each of the main characters in The Pigman's Legacy have. To compare is to use examples to show how things are similar. To contrast is to use examples to show how things are different in one or more important ways.
The Task
After reading The Pigman's Legacy, create a Venn Diagram to compare and contrast the main characters. Once you've listed all your details, you will write a paper discussing the similarities and differences between the characters.
The Process: Exploring the Web, Creating a Product
- Use the Venn Diagram to sort out the similarities and differences between the characters.
- Write an introductory statement introducing the characters in the story.
- Discuss all the similarities between the characters.
- Discuss the differences between the characters.
- Emphasize one difference you feel stands out the most.
- End with a summary statement.
How You Will Be Graded
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Compare/Contrast Paper Should Include: |
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Venn Diagram |
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Similarities between the characters |
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Differences between the characters |
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A summary statement |
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One difference that stands out |
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Excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar. |
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