By definition
What is the definition of comparing?
To examine the character or qualities of especially in order to discover resemblances or differences
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compare
Define the purpose of contrasting.
To explain different features of two or more items.
What kind of organizational tools can you use build your comparison and contrast essay?
A Venn Diagram.
What is another word used for thesis statement?
Another word for thesis is main point or main idea.
Does "whereas" show comparing or contrasting?
Contrasting.
In practice, comparison writing points out......
In practice, comparison writing points out similar features of the subjects.
A good comparing and contrasting essay serves a purpose. Most times, the writer has 2 purposes in mind. What are they?
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1. To explain the similarities and differences between 2 things.
2. The choose between 2 things.What are the two ways you can arrange the body of your compare and contrast essay?
1. Subject by subject (Block Method)
2. Point by Point
What is the first sentence of the introduction paragraph?
The hook should be the first sentence of the introduction paragraph.
Name at least 20 transition words that can be used in a comparison and contrast essay.
For example, for instance, specifically, likewise, similarly, in the same way, just as, too, thus, so, as a result, therefore, as a consequences, consequently, meanwhile, although, otherwise, in addition, however, also, instead, in contrast, in particular, first, second, finally, meanwhile, to sum up, on the other hand, furthermore
In the essay Neat People vs. Sloppy People, why does Britt deliberately focus on differences and give very little similarities? Meaning, what is her thesis statement?
Britt wants the audience to believe that "sloppy are not really sloppy" (Britt p.214).
When the writer of a comparison and contrast essay doesn't necessarily find one of the subjects better than the other, the writer shows each subject in what way?
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The writer shows each subject side by side.
Explain the subject by subject (block) method.
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The writer shows details about one subject at a time. The two subjects are described separately.
What are the components of an effective thesis?
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1. It asserts an opinion, taking a position.
2. It projects a single, focused idea.
3. It accurately forecasts the scope of the essay.
4. It hints at the writer's purpose.
You must capitalize the first letter of a direct quote when.....
Capitalize the first letter of a direct quote when the quoted material is a complete sentence.
Mr. Johnson, who was working in his field that morning, said, "The alien spaceship appeared right before my own two eyes.”
You can use comparison and contrasting method to illuminate two or more subjects. This method is called...….
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Exposition.
When a writer of a comparison and contrast essay show how 2 subjects are better that the other, the writer is......
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The writer is evaluating them.
Describe the point by point method.
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A method in which 2 subjects are compared and contrast as you go. The writer considers 1 point at a time for both subjects.
What should the writer include in the conclusion paragraph? According to page 38, there are 7 options. Name at least 5. Write them down.
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1. Restate the thesis.
2. Mention the broader implication or significance of the topic.
3. Give a final example.
4. End with the most important point.
5. Suggest how the reader can apply info the you provided.
6. End with the most important point.
7. End with a bit of drama or flourish.
DO NOT use a capital letter when the quoted material is.....
DO NOT use a capital letter when the quoted material is a fragment or only a piece of the original material's complete sentence.
Although Mr. Johnson has seen odd happenings on the farm, he stated that the spaceship "certainly takes the cake" when it comes to unexplainable activity.
EVERYONE: Create a paragraph comparing 2 things with at least 3 sentences. (not timed; complete to earn points)
EVERYONE: Comparing or contrast home-school and public school. First team done, gets the points!
EVERYONE: Pick 2 subjects. Use the subject by subject method or point by point method to describe how the 2 subjects are the same or different. 1st group that finishes gets points.
What is the definition a sentence fragment? Give an example.
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Sentence fragment is a word group that, although punctuated like a sentence, is not a complete sentence. Ex. Snowboarding a relatively young sport.
What are the main 2 strategies of narration?
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1. Tell a story by scene, visualizing each event as if you were there.
2. Tell a story by summary