COMPARE AND CONTRAST PARAGRAPHS

What is the primary purpose of a compare paragraph?

• To list facts without comparison.

• To provide a detailed description of one topic.

• To summarize a single subject.

• The primary purpose of a compare paragraph is to analyze and contrast two or more subjects.

Which of the following best describes a contrast paragraph?

• A paragraph that emphasizes differences between subjects.

• A paragraph that describes a single subject in detail.

• A paragraph that lists similarities between subjects.

• A paragraph that provides a summary of a topic.

In a compare paragraph, what is typically highlighted?

• Only the main subject's characteristics.

• Similarities and differences between subjects.

• Personal opinions about the subjects.

• Historical context of the subjects.

What is a key feature of a contrast paragraph?

• It provides a summary of the subjects.

• It emphasizes differences between subjects.

• It focuses on a single subject's characteristics.

• It highlights similarities between subjects.

Which transition word is commonly used in compare paragraphs?

• however

• meanwhile

• therefore

• similarly

What type of information is usually found in a contrast paragraph?

• A summary of a single subject.

• An analysis of a subject's background.

• Similarities between two or more subjects.

• Differences between two or more subjects.

How do compare and contrast paragraphs help in writing?

• They are primarily used for creative writing and storytelling.

• They organize thoughts, clarify arguments, and enhance understanding.

• They confuse the reader and obscure the main point.

• They only serve to lengthen the text without purpose.

Which of the following is an example of a comparison?

• Oranges are the most popular fruit.

• Bananas are yellow in color.

• Apples are sweeter than oranges.

• Grapes grow in bunches.

What is the main difference between comparing and contrasting?

• Comparing identifies similarities; contrasting highlights differences.

• Comparing and contrasting are the same process.

• Comparing highlights differences; contrasting identifies similarities.

• Contrasting identifies similarities; comparing highlights differences.

Which structure is often used in compare and contrast writing?

• Chronological structure

• Narrative structure

• Point-by-point structure

• Descriptive structure