Compare and Contrast Essay Writing
Kimverly Torres
Comparison in writing discusses elements that are (similar), while contrast in writing discusses elements that are (different). A comparison and contrast essay may discuss only similarities, only differences, but more often than not, both comparison and contrast is used.
A compare-and-contrast essay, then, analyzes two subjects by comparing them, contrasting them, or both. A comparison-and-contrast essay uses factual details to analyze the similarities and differences between two or more two or more people, places, things, or events.
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Transitional Words and Phrases that Signal
Comparison and Contrast
In comparison and contrast, transitions between paragraphs are necessary to keep your essay flowing smoothly, to make it clear to the reader when you switch from one topic to the other, and to indicate the logical relationships between ideas within the paragraph.
Comparison Transition Words
Contrast Transition Words
Structure of Comparison and Contrast
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Thank you for listening! Kimverly Torres
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