1. Comparison and Contrast
Setting Things Side by Side

4. Purpose Showing each subject distinctly, equally OR
Evaluating which is better

5. Analogy
Compares two different things by identifying points of similarity
Identifies several points of comparison , not just one
Usually provides clarity for the reader by comparing an unfamiliar idea to a familiar one.

6. Oil System vs. Circulatory System

7. Organization Thesis Subject by subject Summary Conclusion Thesis
Point by Point
Summary
Conclusion

8. Subject by Subject Thesis: Jed and Jake are both excellent banjo-pickers whose differences reflect their training
1. Jed
Training
Choice of Material
Technical dexterity
Playing Style
2. Jake
Training
Choice of material
Technical Dexterity
Playing style

9. Point by Point Thesis: Jed and Jake are both excellent banjo-pickers whose differences reflect their training
1. Training
Jed: studied under Earl Scruggs
Jake: studied under Bela Fleck
2. Choice of Material
Jed: bluegrass
Jake: jazz-oriented
3. Technical Dexterity Jed: highly skilled Jake: highly skilled 4. Playing Style Jed: rapid-fire Jake: impressionistic

10. Thesis Your thesis must : Identify subjects for comparison
Preview the purpose of the comparison
(whether to evaluate or explain)