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Write a 750 - 1000 word essay about a pair of items in which the similarities and differences of those items are compared and contrasted in the style described within Unit III. Purpose : Throughout Unit III, we have discussed the conventions of the comparative essay. The purpose of this assignment is to measure your mastery of those conventions by putting your knowledge into practice. In a larger context, the purpose of writing a comparative essay is to gain the skills of detecting similarities and differences between at least two items and then using those similarities and differences to create knowledge about either one or both of the items. In this way, the comparative essay is a tool used for both observation and analysis.
Process : For the comparative essay, you will complete the following steps:
1. Choose a pair of topics that complement one another: See the suggested list of topics in the "Comparative Essay Topics Handout" below in the supplemental documents portion of these instructions.
2. Create a list of similarities and differences.
3. Create a thesis statement based on similarities, differences, or both similarities and differences.
4. Choose whether to organize your essay by point or by subject.
5. Consult the "Comparative Essay: Final Self - Check List" below before submission. Stylistic details : All essays must meet the following requirements:
- Include 750 - 1000 words .
- Write in Times New Roman, 12 pt. font .
- Include one - inch margins on all sides .
- Use double spacing (top - to - bottom every page, to include above and below titles and centered words).
- Include an APA title page (for all essays) and reference list (if sources are used).
- Include a header.
- Include page numbers (upper - right corner only).
- Adhere to APA convention and documentation style
- No sources are required. However, if sources are used while writing the paper, then those sources must be cited.
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