Compare and Contrast Notes Day 2
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English
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9th Grade
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Faustiene Smith
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Multiple Choice
When comparing, you look at the _________ features of the subjects
similar
different
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Multiple Choice
When contrasting, you look at the _________ features of the subjects
similar
different
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Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of a compare and contrast essay?
To inform/explain about two or more items.
To evaluate/persuade which of the items being compared and contrasted is better.
Both choices are correct
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Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of the video?
To provide information about both smart speakers
To persuade that Amazon Alexa is better than Google Home.
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Multiple Select
“Sloppy people are better than neat people.”
Select the subjects of this essay based on the thesis statement.
Sloppy People
Neat People
Better
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Multiple Choice
“Sloppy people are better than neat people.”
What is the purpose of this thesis?
To inform
To persuade
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Both cats and dogs make excellent pets, but an appropriate choice depends on the pet owner’s lifestyle, finances, and household accommodations.
Read the thesis statement then determine the writer's purpose.
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Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of the following sentence?
Both cats and dogs make excellent pets, but an appropriate choice depends on the pet owner’s lifestyle, finances, and household accommodations.
The purpose of the thesis is to inform about both cats and dogs.
The purpose of the thesis is to persuade that one makes a better pet.
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Cats make better pets than dogs because cats are less expensive to own, easier to care for, and make less of an impact on an owner’s lifestyle.
Read the following thesis statement then determine the writer's purpose.
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Multiple Choice
Cats make better pets than dogs because cats are less expensive to own, easier to care for, and make less of an impact on an owner’s lifestyle.
The purpose of the thesis is to inform about both cats and dogs.
The purpose of the thesis is to persuade that one makes a better pet.
The purpose is not clear.
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Sample thesis statements
1. My experiences in high school and middle school are similar and different because of my grades, maturity, and social life.
2. My high school experience is better than my middle school experience because I am more mature, get better grades, and have a better social life.
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Open Ended
What is one thing you learned about writing compare and contrast thesis statements?
be sure to include at least 1 term and 1 example.
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Assignment
1. Complete your compare and contrast matrix about two subjects.
2. Write a thesis statement using the information from the matrix.
3. Remember to include both subjects, a clear purpose, and at least two points.
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