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 Comp ar iso n
and Con tr as t
W EEK 4
 OBJECTIVES:
1. Define comparison-contrast paragraph;
2. Distinguish the different techniques in
writing comparison- contrast essay; and
3. Identify the similarities and differences
of the subjects in comparison - contrast
essay.
What is comparison
and contrast ?
Comparison-Contrast
analyzes two subjects by
either comparing them,
contrasting them, or both.
Purpose:
to analyze the differences and/or the
similarities of two distinct subjects; and

to illuminate subtle differences or

unexpected similarities between two
subjects.
Accurate topic evaluation can also be
done through comparing and
contrasting;

The thesis should clearly state the

subjects that are to be compared,
contrasted, or both, and it should state
what is to be learned from doing so.
Transitional expressions used in
comparison:
in the same way the same
both, neither as well as
similarly like each of
and,also, in addition too
just as...so
Transitional expressions used in
contrast:
although on the other hand
however whereas
in contrast while
yet unlike
conversely but
Techniques:
1. Basis of Comparison
2. Alternating Method
3. Block Method
4. Combination Method
1. Basis of Comparison
"specific basis",
pointing out the characteristics that the two
components or topics have in common it will
give you enough supporting details or sub-
details
can justify their similarities and
differences.
2. Alternating Method
it allows you take turns in discussing the
characteristics of the first topic, followed
by the second one.
 2. Alternating Method
INTRODUCTION

SUBJECT (A) Paragraph 1

BODY SUBJECT (B) Paragraph 2

SUBJECT (A) Paragraph 3

SUBJECT (B) Paragraph 4
CONCLUSION
3. Block Method
using this method is like developing your
ideas in chunk;
presents all arguments related to A, and
then compares and/or contrasts them to all
arguments related to B; and
make sure to present your points in the
same order for A and B.
 3. Block Method
INTRODUCTION

SUBJECT (A) Paragraph 1

BODY SUBJECT (A) Paragraph 2

SUBJECT (B) Paragraph 3

SUBJECT (B) Paragraph 4
CONCLUSION
4. Combination Method
It refers to the combination of alternating
and block method in writing;

you may spend a couple of body

paragraphs using the alternating method
and then decide to switch to the block
method for a deeper analysis of each of the
subjects;
4. Combination Method
you will be able to write a more structured
comparison and contrast essay.
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