Comparative essays. What is a comparative essay? Aim to help the reader see the relationship between two things Show similarity and/or differences between.

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Comparative essays

What is a comparative essay? Aim to help the reader see the relationship between two things Show similarity and/or differences between two or more sources Use language of comparison and contrast Are organised in one of two different ways

What do I need to do to write one? Choose a topic that has two or more aspects to it Find sources that include express either an obvious or indirect relationship between those two aspects Choose an organisational style Make an outline of what you’ll write Determine your thesis

An outline I.Introduction II.Body III.Conclusion The points that you will discuss in that show the style of organisation. Thesis

Topic: Job search Job X $30/hour, annual evaluation Vacation, health insurance, pension plan and sick leave benefits Unlikely to advance in the company until others retire High pressure and competitive 30 min commute from home Job Y $22/hour, semi-annual evaluation Vacation, health insurance, pension plan and sick leave benefits Yearly performance review for possible promotions Friendly, cooperative staff 32 min commute from home

Point by Point organisation I.Introduction II.Body III.Conclusion A.Salary B.Benefits C.Opportunities for advancement D.Workplace atmosphere E.Commuting distance from home Thesis: One way to decide between two job offers is to compare them on important points.

Block organisation I.Introduction II.Body III.Conclusion A.Similarities 1. Benefits 2. Commute distance from home B.Differences 1. Salary 2. Opportunities for advancement 3. Workplace atmosphere Thesis: One way to decide between two job offers is to compare them on important points.