Mind Map Gallery Comparative essay
A mind map about comparative essay.
Comparative essay
Introduction
Brief background information on topic
Outline of two (or more) things being compared or contrasted
Purpose for making the comparison / contrast
Overview of the specific points to be compared / contrasted
Body paragraphs
paragraph 1
Topic sentence outlining first similarity or difference
Sentences giving explanations and providing evidence to support topic sentence
Concluding sentence – link to next paragraph
paragraph 2
Topic sentence outlining second similarity or different
Sentences giving explanations and providing evidence to back topic sentence
Following body paragraphs
These follow the same structure for as many items or aspects as you need to compare/contrast
Conclusion
Restatement of the main purpose for the comparison / contrast
Summary of the main similarities and differences
Recommendation about suitability of compared items for purpose (if requirement of assessment task)
Overall conclusion
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