I. EXAMPLES: Compared to other students, she is quite hard working. Compared to city life, country life is quiet and peaceful. Compared to fans, air-conditioners are more comfortable. II. DIALOGUES: A: So how do you like your new job? B: Compared to my last one, it’s a lot more interesting. A: What was your last job? B: I was a night security guard. A: That sounds interesting. B: Not really, since compared to my new job, I hardly saw anybody else while I was on duty.