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Methods of Writing Comparing and Contrast Compositions

Quiz by Daphne Dean

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  • Q1
    Which method is commonly used for writing a compare and contrast composition?
    Chronological method
    Narrative method
    Linear method
    Block method
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the purpose of a compare and contrast essay?
    To tell a story
    To persuade the reader of one viewpoint
    To provide a summary of a single subject
    To highlight similarities and differences between two subjects
    30s
  • Q3
    In a compare and contrast essay, what structure can you use to organize your ideas?
    Chronological structure
    Descriptive structure
    Point-by-point structure
    Cause-effect structure
    30s
  • Q4
    What would be a good transitional phrase to use when introducing a similarity in a compare and contrast essay?
    Similarly
    On the contrary
    In contrast
    However
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following is NOT a common method used to organize a compare and contrast composition?
    Point-by-point method
    Block method
    Random order
    List method
    30s
  • Q6
    What is one key feature of a compare and contrast essay's introduction?
    An unrelated anecdote
    A detailed conclusion
    A clear thesis statement
    A summary of each subject
    30s
  • Q7
    What is an effective way to conclude a compare and contrast essay?
    Leaving the reader with a question
    Summarizing key points of comparison and contrast
    Introducing a new topic
    Providing a detailed background
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is an effective way to transition between points in a compare and contrast essay?
    On the other hand
    Firstly
    For example
    In conclusion
    30s
  • Q9
    What type of information should you include in the body of a compare and contrast essay?
    Generalizations about the topics
    Statistical data only
    Only emotional opinions
    Specific details about both subjects
    30s
  • Q10
    Which phrase would best introduce a contrasting idea in a compare and contrast essay?
    In contrast
    Likewise
    Similarly
    Also
    30s

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