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Master the Art of Compare and Contrast Essays

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Master the Art of Compare and Contrast Essays

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What are the two ways a compare and contrast essay can be structured?

The essay can be structured by subject or by characteristics.

How would an essay be organized if it is structured by subject?

The writer would describe one subject in the first few paragraphs, then describe the other subject in the remaining paragraphs.

How would an essay be organized if it is structured by characteristics?

The writer might dedicate one paragraph to each detail that is being compared and contrasted.

Give an example of a characteristic that could be compared and contrasted in the essay.

Inconveniences in the city versus those in a small town. Signup and view all the answers

What should the final paragraph of the essay include?

The final paragraph should summarize or restate the thesis statement and end the essay with a few strong statements. Signup and view all the answers

What should the writer do if the teacher doesn't assign a topic?

The writer should find a topic that they are familiar with or interested in. Signup and view all the answers

What are some effective techniques to make a point in an essay?

Using very specific examples, questions, and citations can be effective to make a point. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a compare and contrast essay?

The purpose is to analyze the similarities and differences between two subjects. Signup and view all the answers

What is the thesis statement?

The thesis statement is the main argument or point that the essay is trying to make. Signup and view all the answers

How many paragraphs should be dedicated to each detail being compared and contrasted?

One paragraph should be dedicated to each detail being compared and contrasted. Signup and view all the answers