WorksheetsCompare and Contrast Text Structure
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
When comparing and contrasting, you should ________.
write similarities in the overlapping sections of a Venn diagram
write differences in the overlapping sections of a Venn Diagram
write similarities in the arrows of a flow chart
skip pre-writing and begin writing the essay right away
Using ________ in your essay helps readers know when you're comparing and contrasting.
nouns
transition words
punctuation
prepositions
In which of the following situations could you compare and contrast?
You are voting for class president, and there are three students running.
You are writing an essay about which time period you’d rather live in: the 1980s or the 1880s.
You are deciding what the major differences are between the first and last Harry Potter books.
All of the above
Kelvin is writing about the Greek myths that he recently read. He describes how they each focus on a hero’s quest and how each hero is different. Kelvin is ________.
comparing Greek myths but not contrasting them
comparing Greek myths with Roman myths
comparing and contrasting Greek myths
not comparing or contrasting
you should, ________.
choose one difference between the items that is most important
pick which item is better
revise your essay using a flow chart
pre-write for your essay using a Venn diagram
If you’re comparing and contrasting three items, you ________.
can’t use a Venn diagram
only have to describe two of them
can add a third circle to your Venn diagram
can compare them without contrasting
What would you compare and contrast to respond to the following essay prompt?
mammals and reptiles
humans and insects
vertebrates
deserts and rainforests
Which of the following words or phrases can be used to show a comparison?
On the other hand
Similarly
While
In contrast
Which of the following words or phrases could be used when contrasting?
Similarly
In conclusion
On the other hand
Nonetheless
Which of the following is a key feature of a compare and contrast text structure?
Chronological order
Cause and effect
Highlighting similarities and differences
Descriptive language
When writing a compare and contrast essay, which of the following is most important to include?
A detailed summary of each item
A clear thesis statement
A list of all possible differences
An introduction to the topic
Which transition word is commonly used to indicate a contrast between two ideas?
Similarly
Moreover
However
Additionally
In a compare and contrast essay, what is the purpose of using a Venn diagram?
To list all the features of one item
To organize similarities and differences
To write a conclusion
To brainstorm ideas
Which of the following sentences best demonstrates a compare and contrast structure?
The cat is sleeping on the couch.
Both cats and dogs are popular pets, but dogs require more attention.
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
She enjoys reading books.
What is the primary goal of a compare and contrast analysis in literature?
To summarize the plot
To explore themes and characters
To describe the setting
To list all literary devices used
