comparison/contrast essay

Compare and Contrast Essay Outline Template

A. Introduction

a. Introduction to the broad topic

b. Specific topic

c. Thesis statement

B. Body Paragraphs

a. Body paragraph #1—First aspect that’s similar or different

i. Subject #1

1. Detail #1

2. Detail #2

ii. Subject #2

1. Detail #1

2. Detail #2

b. Body paragraph #2—Second aspect that’s similar or different

i. Subject #1

1. Detail #1

2. Detail #2

ii. Subject #2

1. Detail #1

2. Detail #2

c. Body paragraph #3—Third aspect that’s similar or different

i. Subject #1

1. Detail #1

2. Detail #2

ii. Subject #2

1. Detail #1

2. Detail #2

C. Conclusion

a. Summary of main points—Restate thesis while synthesizing information from body paragraphs

b. Evaluate the similarities/differences and discuss any future implications (if applicable)

c. Significance—what’s the point you’re making?

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