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The Comparison and Contrast

Essay
 A comparison is the process of showing how
things are alike
 A contrast is the process of showing differences.
 Generally in academic writing, “comparison” is
used to refer to both comparison and contrast.

Note: A comparison and contrast essay can be


both informative and persuasive.
PLANNING A COMPARISON AND CONTRAST ESSAY:

 Pick two ideas to be compared or contrasted.


 Analyze both the ideas in detail.
 Make an inventory of the similarities and the
differences between them.
 The ideas for comparison and contrast should be fair
without any biases.
ORGANIZATIONAL PATTERNS FOR A COMPARISON
& CONTRAST ESSAY:

 Point-by-Point Arrangement
 Block Arrangement

(Outlines and Samples in PDF)


The Problem-Solution Essay
A problem-solution essay is a kind of essay
which identifies a problem and then presents
a solution to it.

 Such type of essays requires extensive


research for the development of a strong
argument regarding the stated problem
whether it needs to be solved or not, and if
so, then how.
How to begin writing a problem-solution essay?

1. Identification of the problem


2. Brain storming/ research on the identified problem
3. Understanding the crux of the matter by using
critical thinking. This requires an objective point of
view.
4. List of potential solutions
5. Compilation of a general essay outline for the
visual presentation before writing the first draft.
The structure of Problem-solution essay

These essays follow the conventional essay writing


style which involves an introduction paragraph,
followed by body paragraphs and conclusion. This
essay will have the following essential components:

situation problem solution evaluation

Key point:
 It
is important to include all 4 components in the
essay
There are two main ways to structure the
problem-solution essays:
 Block
 Chain

Block structure: all of the problems are listed


first, and all of the solutions are listed afterwards.
Chain structure: each problem is followed
immediately by the solution to that problem.
Both types of structure have their merits.

 The
block format is generally clearer,
especially for shorter essays.
 Thechain format ensures that any solutions
you present relate directly to the problems you
have given.
Sample structure and essay in
PDF

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