Write an essay comparing or contrasting the two topics in your selection using EITHER the point-by-point OR the subject-by-subject method to organize the details and specific examples. Consider focusing on three to five subtopics and generate ideas through prewriting. Develop a strong thesis statement for your essay that includes your two topics from the list above; your three to five subtopics; and a claim about how they are similar, different, or both. Sample Thesis Statements: If you will argue that your two topics are mostly similar: Topic A and Topic B share many similar characteristics, including (Supporting point 1), (Supporting point 2), and (Supporting point 3); while they differ in (Additional supporting point), the similarities greatly outweigh the differences. OR If you will argue that your two topics are mostly different: While Topic A and Topic B have (Additional supporting point) in common, they are mostly quite different; in fact, they differ in characteristics such as (Supporting point 1), (Supporting point 2), and (Supporting point 3). OR If you will argue that your two topics have many important/interesting similarities and differences: Analyzing Topic A and Topic B reveals many fascinating similarities as well as differences; for instance, they share (Supporting point 1) and (Supporting point 1), but are vastly different when it comes to (Supporting point 3) and (Supporting point 4). Format Requirements: Remember to apply the concepts you’re learning in the course, including elements of grammar, punctuation, thesis development, and other skills. Length: This assignment should be at least 500 words. Sources: You need a bare minimum of two credible sources for this assignment. Header: Include a header in the upper left-hand corner of your writing assignment with the following information: Your first and last name Course Title (Composition I) Assignment name (Comparison and Contrast) Current Date Page Layout: MLA style documentation (please see the tutorial in the course topic) Last name and page number in upper-right corner of each page Double-spacing throughout Title, centered after heading Standard font (Times New Roman or Calibri) 1″ margins on all sides Save the file as .docx or .doc format Underline your thesis statement.
