To prepare a 1,2001,250 word comparison-and-contrast essay based on elements from the Comparison and Contrast Prewriting assignment.An introductory paragraph with a thesis statement that addresses the purpose of the essay Remember that your thesis statement must be the last sentence of your introductory paragraph.
Three to five body paragraphs that begin with topic sentences and clearly relate to and support the thesis statement as well as combine elements from the narrative and process prewriting paragraphs
A conclusion that reinforces the thesis statement and the purpose of the essayUse prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing to write a formal, college-level essay
Distinguish among different patterns of development.
Apply an appropriate pattern of development to a specific purpose and audience
Write effective thesis statements
Develop paragraphs using topic sentences, adequate detail, supporting evidence, and transitions
Apply the conventions of standard written American English to produce correct, well-written essays