Comparing and Contrasting: Snowball Fight DACHSHUNDS Materials Dachshund reading passages on page 2 The Best Pet, Dachshunds: Things to Consider, and Both signs (pages 3-6), posted in 3 corners of the classroom. Statement sheets (pages 6-16) cut in half, one half for each student Answer Key (Page 17) Instructions Have students read the 2 passages about dachshunds (page 2). Give each student a half sheet of paper with a statement on it. Tell them to crumple it up like a snowball. Explain to students that they will be having a snowball fight. During the fight, they will throw paper snowballs at each other without running or yelling. When told to freeze, they need to stop the fight immediately. Begin the snowball fight, and stop it when appropriate. Have each student choose one snowball, open it up, and consider whether the statement is true for only 1 of the passages about dachshunds, or if it was a similarity between the two passages. They should refer to the passages for evidence. Students should then go to the appropriate corner of the room, depending on their statement. For example, if they believe their statement applies only to The Best Pet, then they should stand near that sign. Students can discuss whether they agree or disagree with the other students in their corner, and then repeat the game!
Compare and Contrast Read the two passages about dachshunds. Think about similarities and differences between the two passages. 2014 Kalena Baker: Teaching Made Practical. All rights reserved. The Best Pet Who doesn t love a wiener dog? Wiener dogs, also known as dachshunds, are one of the cutest and most lovable breeds of dogs. Anybody who is considering getting a pet should get a dachshund. Dachshunds make great pets for several reasons. First, dachshunds are extremely loyal animals. Once they warm up to you, they will love you and want to protect you forever. Because of this, they make great guard dogs despite their small size. They generally bark loudly anytime strangers approach, making you aware of possible dangers. Also, dachshunds are great pets to have if you live in an apartment or a small house without a backyard. Because they are so small, they don t need as much space to play! Finally, dachshunds have great personalities and are so much fun to have around! They enjoy playing and will provide you with countless hours of entertainment. Dachshunds also love to snuggle and sit in your lap, preferring to be close to their owners. They always want to be with you, giving you a constant companion! Of all of the pets you could get, dachshunds are the best possible choice. You will not regret getting one! Dachshunds: Things to Consider Choosing the best pet for you can be very tricky. If you are thinking about getting a dachshund, then there are several factors that you should consider. Dachshunds, even though they are small, have a very loud, deep bark. Once they start barking, it can be very difficult to get them to stop, and many dachshunds will bark at any person they see. This loud bark can disturb close neighbors and be very frustrating to the dog owner. Another factor to consider is a dachshund s health. The unusual shape of the dachshund makes it likely to have back problems. Dachshunds shouldn t jump from high places like couches. If they gain a lot of weight, it can make the risk of having back problems even higher. You will have to monitor a dachshund s weight and activity carefully. Dachshunds are very social creatures and will constantly want to be around you. While having a loyal companion can be fun, it can sometimes cause problems. Dachshunds often get separation anxiety when you are away from them, causing them to bark, whine, chew, or urinate. In conclusion, think carefully before choosing a dachshund as a pet. Although they are very cute, loyal companions, there are many other issues to consider.
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of the passage believes dachshunds are the best pets to own. of the passage gives advice about having a dachshund as a pet.
of the passage believes owning a dachshund can be difficult. of the passage explains why dachshunds are good pets for apartments.
of the passage describes dachshunds as loyal. of the passage discusses possible problems with a dachshund s back.
thinks a dachshund s bark is helpful. of the passage describes a dachshund s bark.
thinks a dachshund s bark can be annoying. explains only the positives to having a dachshund and does not give any negatives.
says another name for a dachshund is a wiener dog. explains that dachshunds like to be close to their owners.
explains that you need to keep an eye on your dachshund s weight. would probably not consider having anything but a dachshund as a pet.
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believes you should not let dachshunds jump off the believes dachshunds make great guard dogs. couch.
thinks dachshunds can be good companions. gives useful information about problems you might face as a dachshund owner.
Compare and Contrast Snowball Fight Answer Key 2014 Kalena Baker: Teaching Made Practical. All rights reserved. The Best Pet Both Dachshunds: Things to Consider of the passage believes dachshunds are the best pets to own. of the passage explains why dachshunds are good pets for apartments. thinks a dachshund s bark is helpful. explains only the positives to having a dachshund and does not give any negatives. says another name for a dachshund is a wiener dog. would probably not consider having anything but a dachshund as a pet. describes how dachshunds like to snuggle. believes dachshunds make great guard dogs. of the passage gives advice about having a dachshund as a pet. of the passage describes dachshunds as loyal. of the passage describes a dachshund s bark. describes the dachshund as small. explains that dachshunds like to be close to their owners. is writing to an audience that is considering getting a dachshund as a pet. explains that dachshunds bark at strangers. thinks dachshunds can be good companions. of the passage believes owning a dachshund can be difficult. of the passage discusses possible problems with a dachshund s back. thinks a dachshund s bark can be annoying. explains the positives and negatives to having a dachshund as a pet. explains that you need to keep an eye on your dachshund s weight. discusses separation anxiety. believes you should not let dachshunds jump off the couch. gives useful information about problems you might face as a dachshund owner.