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The purpose of compare and Contrast essays
Make a judgment or come to a decision about 2 or more objects, persons, ideas, or feelings
The Difference between a Compare essay and a contrast essay
Compare - similarities (may contain minor differences)
Contrast - only differences
Used for longer comparisons, when the writer compares/contrast the 2 subjects on one point at a time
Point-by-point
Uses a familiar subject to clarify/explain an abstract concept
Analogy
Error that occurs when your thesis only list the subjects but does not have a stance
"So what thesis"
The Thesis Statement of a comepare and contrast essay should identify
The subjects being compared and the point you will make
Two ways of formatting a compare or contrast essay.
Point-by-point and Subject-by-subject (block)
Used for shorter comparisons, when the writer first discusses one subject on all points then the next subject on all points
Subject-by-Subject (Block)
A falacy that occurs when there is not enough logical similarities to make a comparison convincing
Unclear/Illogical Analogy
The Ramada Hotel’s less expensive accommodations, on the spot activities, and affordable room rentals make it more local-friendly than Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina.
The 2 Subjects:
The points:
The 2 Subjects: The Ramada Hotel’s, Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina.
The points: on the spot activities, and affordable room rentals