Comparative Analysis Techniques

Laura Turner explains how to write a comparative analysis, emphasizing equal research for both sides, taking detailed notes, and categorizing similarities and differences. The goal is to balance the analysis and reach a conclusion on which side is more effective.

What is the primary goal of a comparative analysis?

• To analyze a historical event

• To summarize a single subject

• To compare and contrast two subjects

• To write a fictional story

Why is it important to give equal weight to both sides in a comparative analysis?

• To ensure a balanced and fair analysis

• To avoid taking notes

• To make one side appear stronger

• To simplify the writing process

What should you do after taking notes on both subjects?

• Ignore the notes

• Organize them into similarities and differences

• Focus only on the differences

• Write a conclusion immediately

How can you ensure your analysis does not favor one side?

• By detailing both similarities and differences

• By ignoring the similarities

• By detailing only the differences

• By focusing on the side you prefer

What is a key component of organizing your notes in a comparative analysis?

• Ignoring the differences

• Focusing on one subject

• Writing a fictional narrative

• Juxtaposing the views of both sides

What is the final step in a comparative analysis?

• Ignoring the initial question

• Revising the introduction

• Reaching a conclusion based on the comparison

• Writing a summary of one side

What should guide your conclusion in a comparative analysis?

• The popularity of the subjects

• The initial question posed

• The length of the analysis

• The number of differences