MIDTERM ASSIGNMENT COMPARE/CONTRAST PARAGRAPH

Compare and Contrast Paragraph In a compare and contrast paragraph, you write about the similarities and differences between two or more - people, places, things, MATERIALS, or ideas.

The following words can help you write a good compare and contrast paragraph – consult your (note)book or dictionary, too!

Note similarities and differences Linking words: But Compared with/to In comparison with On the other hand Although However While Whereas In contrast (to) For this reason Contrast(s) with Linking expressions: More / much Fewer / less / little Not as/so much as Not as/so many as Lower than as early as Less/much = are used for uncountable nouns!

MIDTERM ASSIGNMENT Hand-write a C/C paragraph (min 200 words), comparing 3 types of materials   their properties and use in mechanical engineering.

VARIETY, THE SPICE OF LIFE The structure of the paragraph is like the basic design of a machine or dress, or like a favourite recipe. Once you have mastered it, you can vary it to suit your purpose and audience.