Step 4: Outline Your Compare and Contrast Essay
1. Choose an Outline Format
- Select between Subject by Subject or Point by Point approach.
- Subject by Subject: Compare subjects fully before analyzing similarities and differences.
- Point by Point: Compare based on points, organizing each point by how it relates to both subjects.
2. Subject by Subject Outline
- Introduction: Hook, background information, and thesis statement.
- Body: Describe each subject (Subject 1 and Subject 2).
- Similarities and Differences: Analyze shared traits and contrasting aspects.
- Conclusion: Summarize thesis and significance.
3. Point by Point Outline
- Introduction: Hook, background, and thesis statement.
- Body: Discuss each point and compare both subjects on each one.
- Conclusion: Summarize thesis and significance.
4. Make Your Outline Easy to Follow
- Organize your essay logically, making it clear and easy for the reader to follow.
- Test both outline methods to see which suits your essay better.