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Comparison Paragraph – Prewriting Template
NOTICE:
· There are 4 steps for this assignment: Planning (1), Rough Draft (2), Revised Draft (3), and Edited Draft (4).
· In order to complete the writing assignment correctly and to receive the maximum amount of points for your work, you must complete all 4 steps.
· Points will be deducted for any missing step.
· Review the assignment instructions and the grading rubric carefully to ensure that you have completed all of the required elements before submitting your prewriting assignment.
Step 1: Comparison Paragraph Planning and Outline
Directions: Choose one of the writing prompts below. Then, complete all of the elements of the planning; otherwise, the content of your piece will not be accurate.
Writing Prompts: Think of two relatives in the same category, such as two sisters, two grandmothers, or two uncles. Compare or contrast them using a topical pattern.
OR
Compare an original film, film idea, or song with a later version of the same piece. For example, how does the Dukes of Hazzard television program compare with the 2005 film? Write a paragraph, and be sure to include concrete details.
Topics:
Plan:
Attitude/Point:
Audience:
Purpose:
Categories of Comparison:
Topic Sentence:
Brainstorm Details:
Comparison Paragraph Outline:
Step 2: Comparison Paragraph Rough Draft
Directions: Write a rough draft that follows your outline, beginning with your topic sentence. Do not worry about spelling or grammar; just let your thoughts flow. Use transitional phrases such as “On the other hand” or “Similarly” to show contrast or comparison. End with a good concluding sentence that restates the significance of the similarities or differences. It must be at least 200 words, no less and not too much more.
Step 3: Comparison Paragraph Revised Draft
Directions: Copy your Comparison Paragraph Rough Draft (from above) and paste it below, click on “Tools” or “Review” if you are using Microsoft Word, and hit “Track Changes.” This is so your instructor can see all the changes you make. Begin reading through your rough draft and make changes to the content as you see fit. Add more comparative details if needed or delete irrelevant details that do not help prove the significance of the comparison. Add transitional words or phrases to help the paragraph flow in a logical order. Then, save the draft with the changes.
Step 4: Comparison Paragraph Edited Draft
Directions: Turn off the “Track Changes” feature. Copy your Comparison Paragraph Revised Draft, paste it below, click on “Tools” or “Review” if you are using Microsoft Word, and make sure you turn on the “Track Changes” feature. Edit for any spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors. Focus especially on the concepts you have recently studied. Save these changes.
NOTE: Use of contractions (can’t, won’t, doesn’t, etc.) and second person (any form of the pronoun “you”) is strictly prohibited and will result in loss of points on writing assignments.
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