WorksheetsCompare and Contrast Essays
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the purpose of a compare/contrast essay?
talk about the similarities and differences of two subjects
inform or explain a subject to the reader
tell a story
use the five senses to paint a picture for the reader, incorporating imagery and specific details
In a compare/contrast essay which is more interesting?
to focus on the similarities
to focus on the differences
The hook...
engages the reader
engages the reader and introduces BOTH subjects
can be a short story about a new age Cinderella
introduces what you are going to prove for the rest of the essay
A point by point comparison...
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
each paragraph focuses on one point of comparison (similarities or differences)
Which organizational style does the following outline represent?
Paragraph 1 - a comparison of how Grimm's Cinderella and Cinderellas from around the world are saved from a life of slavery
Paragraph 2 - a comparison of how Grimm's Cinderella and Cinderellas from around the world are especially kind to others
Block Method
Subject to Subject Method
Point by Point Method
Which two things should a conclusion paragraph include?
a summary of the main points and a final opinion
a final point of comparison and a salutation
the most important piece of evidence and a restatement of the thesis
a new idea and a concluding statement
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 comparing two things
Listed above are transition words for contrasting two things
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
What is another word for compare and contrast
Pros and cons
Black and White
similarities and differences
Yes and no
In a Compare and Contrast essay, which should come first?
More significant things
Less significant things
Your mom
What is the primary purpose of a compare and contrast essay?
To describe a single subject in detail
To analyze the similarities and differences between two subjects
To narrate a personal story
To persuade the reader to take a specific action
Which of the following is a common structure for organizing a compare and contrast essay?
Chronological order
Point-by-point method
Narrative style
Descriptive method
In a compare and contrast essay, which transition word would you use to show a contrast?
Similarly
Likewise
However
Additionally
What should the conclusion of a compare and contrast essay include?
A new argument
A summary of the main points and a restatement of the thesis
An unrelated anecdote
A detailed description of one subject
Which of the following sentences is an example of a compare and contrast thesis statement?
The novel explores the theme of love in a unique way.
Both cats and dogs make excellent pets, but they differ in terms of maintenance and companionship.
The essay describes the process of photosynthesis.
The poem uses vivid imagery to convey emotions.
