Basic Writing Modes 6 

EXPOSITION:  COMPARISON AND CONTRAST

 THINKING STEPS 

1.    Choose two similar things that you have a good reason to compare. 

2.    Write a sentence that expresses what the comparison means to you.  For example:

      A.  “The Honda 750 is superior to the BSA Golden Star in several ways.”
B.  “Snow skiing is more challenging than water skiing.”

 THIS IS YOUR MAIN IDEA

 3.    Choose the points of comparison that you will describe and explain, using a
        paragraph for each point.  For example:

     A.  The suspension, the ride, the engine, power and   
           economy, the pickup and top speed performance, the
           coat and durability of the comparable motorcycles.
     B.  Physical challenges and mental challenges in two kinds
          of skiing. 

WRITING STEPS 

4.    Write the composition as follows:

      A.  INTRODUCTION:  Tell us what things you are comparing
      and why.  Include your main idea.
B.  DEVELOPMENT:  Make your points of comparison,
      developing each with a paragraph using lots of details and
      examples.
C.  Conclusion:  Stop by reminding us what your main idea is.