Write down three points of contrast for each of the following topics. Then pick just ONE point of contrast and write a paragraph explaining that particular contrast. Use transitional expressions when necessary.
1) two close friends-Esha:Quiet, Shy, Short..Andrea: Tall, Outgoing, Goofy.
2) two church services
3) two holidays-Christmas: Jesus, December, Gifts...Easter:Jesus, Spring, Eggs
4) two sports teams-Miami Heat: NBA,Florida,Basketball..New York Giants:NFL, New York, Football
5) two attitudes toward work-Hardworker,on-time, socialable...slacker, late, rude
Question 2
Here are four topics for either contrast or comparison paragraphs. Compose two topic sentences for each topic; one for a possible contrast paragraph and one for a possible comparison paragraph.
1. Two members of my family..
-My mother and father are totally opposite when it comes to their personality.
-The love and care my parents have for me and my brother is almost identical.
2. Two vacations.
-My 2012 vacation could never compare to the family vaction of 2008 to the Bahamas.
-Spending time with family is always fun, vacations are always a great time to bond.
3. You as a child and you as an adults.
-My attitude and outlook on life has changed tremendously over the years.
-Over the years, many things about me have changed except my looks.
4. Two teachers.
-Both Ms.Parker and Mr. Wimberly were great teachers who had different teaching styles.
-Mr. Wimberly and Ms. Parker both were history teachers who liked to be involved in the