GEC-Writing paragraphs-Compare-contrast-Review 1

1. What is the primary purpose of a compare-contrast paragraph?

• a) To express personal opinions

• b) To highlight the similarities and differences

• c) To provide a summary of a single subject

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

2. In a compare-contrast paragraph, where is the best place to present the topic and the controlling idea?

• a) In the first sentence

• b) In the middle of the paragraph

• c) In the conclusion

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

3. What should be included in the introduction of a compare-contrast paragraph?

• a) The first supporting point

• b) The main idea

• c) A detailed explanation of the subjects being compared

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

4. Which of the following is NOT a key element of a compare-contrast paragraph?

• a) Supporting details that highlight similarities and differences

• b) A summary of only one of the two subjects

• c) Clear and effective use of transition words

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In a compare-contrast paragraph, it's essential to provide evidence or examples to support the similarities and differences discussed.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

6. Which of the following phrases is an example of a contrast transition?

• a) "On the other hand..."

• b) "Similarly..."

• c) "In the same way..."

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

7. Which of the following transition words is commonly used to indicate contrast in a compare-contrast paragraph?

• a) Likewise

• b) In contrast

• c) Furthermore

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

9. What do transition words or phrases do in a compare-contrast paragraph?

• a) They make the paragraph longer and more complex.

• b) They help the reader follow the organization and connections between ideas.

• c) They are not necessary in this type of writing.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

9. Which type of compare-contrast organization presents all the information about one subject before moving on to the other?

• a) Block arrangement

• b) Point-by-point arrangement

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

10. 10. In a compare-contrast paragraph, when should you introduce the subjects you're comparing?

• a) In the conclusion

• b) In the middle of the paragraph

• c) In the topic sentence

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3