Compare and Contrast Essays

Mr. Griot introduces a lesson on comparing volleyball and soccer, highlighting their similarities and differences. He guides students on writing a compare and contrast essay using a structured outline with an engaging introduction, body paragraphs detailing similarities and differences, and a strong conclusion. The lesson emphasizes using a Venn diagram for organizing thoughts and encourages students to explore the fun aspects of both sports.

Which of the following is a similarity between volleyball and soccer?

• Both sports originated in the same year.

• Both sports require the use of hands to score.

• Both sports are played on a field of the same size.

• Both sports use a spherical ball.

What is a key difference in how points are scored in volleyball compared to soccer?

• Volleyball points are scored by hitting the ball into a net.

• Soccer points are scored when the ball hits the ground.

• Volleyball points are scored when the ball hits the ground.

• Soccer points are scored by hitting the ball over a net.

How long is a typical soccer field?

• 60 yards

• 30 feet

• 100 yards

• 60 feet

What is the purpose of using a Venn diagram in essay writing?

• To list the historical origins of the sports.

• To compare and contrast the similarities and differences.

• To calculate the dimensions of the playing fields.

• To determine the scoring methods of each sport.

What should the first paragraph of a compare and contrast essay include?

• A list of historical facts.

• An engaging introduction.

• A detailed list of differences.

• A summary of the conclusion.

Which of the following is a suggested way to start the second paragraph of the essay?

• Volleyball and soccer are different in many ways.

• Do you know what makes soccer similar to volleyball?

• Soccer has been around for 3000 years.

• The conclusion should restate the purpose.

What is a good way to conclude a compare and contrast essay?

• By summarizing only the similarities.

• By listing all the differences again.

• By restating the purpose of the writing.

• By introducing new information.