What is the purpose of the transition sentence within the body paragraphs?

helps create coherence - the reader can easily move from the similarities being compared to the differences being contrasted

helps create coherence - the reader can easily read each similarity and its explanation

creates confusion - the reader struggles to understand the similarities and differences within the paragraph

the reader can easily determine the topic of the next paragraph

A point by point comparison...

each paragraph focuses on one point of comparison (similarities or differences)

has one paragraph that focuses on the similarities while the following focuses on the differences

the first paragraph focuses on one subject while the following focuses on another

Also, as, as well as, both, in the same manner, in the same way, like, likewise, most important, same, similar, too

Listed above are transition words for comparing two things

Listed above are transition words for contrasting two things

Although, but, differ, even though, however, in contrast, instead, nevertheless, on the contrary, on the other hand, unless, unlike, while, yet

Listed above are transition words for contrasting two things

Listed above are transition words for comparing two things

Which of the following is a comparison?

In both Grimm's Cinderella and the Egyptian Cinderella, the prince must find the girl who fits the shoe.

The prince finds Grimm's Cinderella when he searches the land far and wide for whoever can fit the shoe. In the African story, the Cinderella goes looking for her prince.

Grimm's Cinderella is enslaved by her step-mother, whereas in the Egyptian Cinderella, Rhodopis is enslaved by a master.

Which of the following contrasts the Cinderellas?

While Domitila clearly shows a natural talent for cooking, Grimm's Cinderella shows no talent to make anything

Despite other's put-downs and teasing, both Grimm's Cinderella and Rhodopis ignore their bullies and show kindness to others

Grimm's Cinderella and Jouanah experience the death of their mother. The spirit of their mothers intervene to ensure their daughters meet the prince.

What is the primary purpose of a compare and contrast paragraph?

To highlight the similarities and differences between two or more subjects

To describe a single subject in detail

To persuade the reader to take a specific action

Which of the following is a key feature of a compare and contrast paragraph?

It discusses both similarities and differences between subjects

It only discusses the differences between subjects

It only discusses the similarities between subjects

It provides a chronological account of events

In a compare and contrast paragraph, what is the role of transition words like 'similarly' and 'on the other hand'?

To signal a comparison or contrast

Which sentence structure is most effective for a compare and contrast paragraph?

A mix of simple, compound, and complex sentences

What is a common mistake to avoid when writing a compare and contrast paragraph?

Focusing too much on one subject

Using too many transition words

Ignoring the differences between subjects

How can a writer ensure clarity in a compare and contrast paragraph?

By organizing points logically and using clear transition words

By focusing on only one subject

By avoiding the use of examples

Which of the following best describes the 'block method' in compare and contrast writing?

Discussing all points about one subject first, then all points about the other

Alternating points about each subject

Discussing similarities first, then differences

Discussing differences first, then similarities

What is the 'point-by-point' method in compare and contrast writing?

Alternating points about each subject

Discussing all points about one subject first, then all points about the other

Discussing similarities first, then differences

Discussing differences first, then similarities

Why is it important to have a clear thesis statement in a compare and contrast essay?

To state the main argument and guide the direction of the essay

To provide a summary of the essay

To list all the points of comparison

To introduce the subjects being compared

Which of the following is an example of a compare and contrast topic?

The similarities and differences between online and traditional education

The history of the Roman Empire

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How many paragraphs is the entire compare contrast essay going to be?

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How should the information within a body paragraph be organized?

topic sentence, similarities, differences, closing sentence

topic sentence, differences, transition sentence, similarities, closing sentence

topic sentence, similarities, transition sentence, differences, closing sentence

topic sentence, transition sentence, similarities, transition sentence, differences, closing sentence

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What information needs to be included in the topic and closing sentences of the body paragraphs?

two subjects, words similar and different, and a point of comparison

words middle school, point of comparison, and two subjects

one subject, words similar and different, and two points of comparison

two subjects, words middle school, words similar and different

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why must you elaborate each similarity and each difference?

makes writing more interesting

makes writing easier to understand

makes the writer's hand hurt

makes the reader's eyes sore

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What type of writing considers similarities and differences.

Description

Compare and Contrast

Cause and Effect

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

This type of writing considers similarities and differences.

description

compare & contrast

chronological order

cause & effect

problem & solution

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Where should the transition sentence be within the body paragraphs?

first sentence

between each sentence

last sentence

between the similarities and differences

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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