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It defines the purpose of comparing two or more subjects, stresses the need to discuss both similarities and differences, and outlines strategies for discovering significant points. 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The purpose for using comparison and contrast in academic writing is to explain how these similarities and differences reveal something meaningful that is not apparent when either object stands alone. This writing should:  \n􀁸 introduce a fresh insight or new way of viewing something  \n􀁸 bring clarity to one subject by comparing it with another  \n􀁸 add commentary to an important concept or issue  \nIn compare and contrast writing, at least two subjects or objects of interest are studied. The writer must be able to explain these two subjects separately and make meaningful connections between them at the same time. It is also important to include both similarity and difference in your analysis; the analysis is more useful and complete if similarity and difference are both discussed so that the significant similarity or significant difference takes on its full meaning.  \nHere are some examples of what could be compared:  \n􀁸 two approaches or theories  \n􀁸 two films, novels , poems or other forms of art  \n􀁸 two characters  \n􀁸 two of your own experiences  \nThis handout discusses basic formats for comparison and contrast writing. If you are not sure what format to use, ask your instructor what they expect. The following pages describe both how to discover significant points of comparison and how to organize the writing once you know the points you want to make. At the end, an example is provided from an essay by Richard, a Learning Centre tutor. However, you should note that Richard’s essay provides only one example of how to apply compare/contrast writing principles. His entire essay is based on a compare/contrast structure, but it’s also possible to use comparison and contrast in only one paragraph or as one section of a larger paper.  \nDiscovering Similarities & Differences  \nMany strategies can be used to brainstorm ideas for compare/contrast writing. Some of these involve using diagrams and charts to help visualize and organize thoughts and ideas.  \nVenn Diagram  \nA Different  \nSimilar  \nB Different  \nA Venn Diagram is helpful for brainstorming as many similarities and differences as possible. When analyzing the subjects or items, it’s important to explore both the similarities and differences as completely as possible to fully understand what is most significant or meaningful about the two items in relation to each other. For example, even if your emphasis will be on differences, examining similarities provides the starting point for then showing the differences.  \nIdea Chart  \n\n| Key Points | Taking the Bus to School | Driving to School |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Cost | Money Saver | Expensive |\n| Time | Longer Travel Time | Shorter Travel Time |\n| Convenience | Less Convenient | More Convenient |\n| Environment | Better for Environment | More Pollution |\n\nAn Idea Chart is helpful for organizing and listing similarities and differences. Filling in the blanks is a great way to discover key points you will use to organize the paper.  \nStructuring Compare/Contrast Writing  \nThere are 2 basic structures for organizing compare and contrast writing:  \nSubject-by-subject: One subject is fully discussed before the second. When using this structure , it’s important to remember that comparisons must be made between each subject. Otherwise, the two paragraphs won’t relate to one another. So, when discussing the second subject , remember to compare each point to the points of the first subject. See the essay near the end of this handout for an example.  \nPoint-by-point: Both subjects are discussed with each point of comparison. This structure requires frequent transitions between each subject. Consequently, it’s important to use clear transitions when writing with this structure. One paragraph could be used to compare both subjects. 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