Compare- contrast essay Flashcards
What is the purpose of writing a comparison or contrast essay?
To illuminate subtle differences or unexpected similarities between two subjects.
What should the thesis statement of a compare-and-contrast essay include?
The subjects to be compared, contrasted, or both, and what is to be learned from doing so.
What are the two main organizing strategies for compare-and-contrast essays?
- Organize by the subjects themselves
- Organize by individual points
What is point-by-point organization in a compare-and-contrast essay?
Discuss each subject in relation to each point.
What is block organization in a compare-and-contrast essay?
Arrange all the similarities together in a block and all the differences together in another block.
List some comparison signal words.
- Similarly
- Likewise
- Also
- Too
- Both…and
- Not only…but also
List some contrast signal words.
- However
- In contrast
- On the other hand
- Whereas
- But
Fill in the blank: A compare-and-contrast essay analyzes two subjects by either comparing them, contrasting them, or _______.
[both]
True or False: The comparison and contrast signal words are not essential for guiding the reader through the essay.
False
What should each point of organization become in a point-by-point organization?
A topic of a paragraph.
Fill in the blank: Using comparison and contrast signal words helps the reader understand the points of _______.
[comparison and contrast]
What is an example of a topic suitable for a compare-and-contrast essay?
Eating habits in Spain during the last hundred years.
What is the first step in writing a compare-and-contrast essay?
Make a list of factors that are important to you.
List some supporting ideas for the essay topic ‘Eating habits in Spain during the last hundred years.’
- Type of food
- How much food
- Way of cooking
- Who cooks
- Timetable
- Place to eat
Fill in the blank: Those who prefer to use their leisure time to develop themselves enjoy several _______.
[benefits]
What is a potential benefit of using free time to relax?
Better relationships with friends and family.
True or False: Stress levels and physical health are not linked.
False
Fill in the blank: Psychologists say that, when it comes to spending time with family, _______ is as important as quality.
[quantity]
What is the conclusion drawn about using spare time?
It is more advantageous to use one’s spare time to relax.
What type of essay compares buying things online vs buying things at a shopping mall?
A compare-and-contrast essay.
