Comparison/Contrast Essay Assignment

In-class assignment:

Choose one of the topics below for your comparison/contrast essay. Compose and print two copies of your introductory paragraph. Be sure to provide:

·        adequate background, if necessary for the reader/audience to understand the topic

·        clear basis of comparison between the topics

·        specific points of contrast that distinguish the two

Remember that the organization of your entire paper is dependent upon this introductory paragraph and the thesis statement. Take one copy of your paragraph with you; work on the rough draft of your C/C essay over the weekend; come to class ready to write your final draft on Tuesday.

Hand-in to me one copy of your paragraph.  I will make comments and return it to you at the beginning of class Tuesday; you will be able to incorporate any changes/corrections into your final draft on Tuesday.

If you missed class on Thursday, October 06, 2011, you will be on your own on Tuesday.

Choose ONE of the topics below for your Comparison/Contrast Essay:

Dressing up for Halloween and Prom Night

Two fast-food restaurants

Two professional athletes in the same sport (or two teams)

Two versions of the same movie

Star Wars and Westerns

Writing essays and going to the dentist

Going to a movie and watching a movie at home

A book and a movie