What is a Comparison / Contrast Essay?
A comparison shows how two subjects are similar; a contrast shows how two subjects are different. People compare and contrast in both writing and life. In writing, you must first decide whether you will compare, contrast or both. Follow these steps when writing a comparison / contrast essay. 1. Identify similarities and differences. If you have three items to compare or contrast, figure out how they are similar and how they are different. • You will need to find at least three points for comparison / contrast. • Write detailed characteristics for each point. Lets say you want to compare three seasons.
