Author of Paper: _______________________________________________________
Editor of Paper:__________________________________________________
Compare and Contrast Editing & Revision Checklist
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Introduction
introduces the general topic of the paper.
provides information about the general topic.
includes a thesis statement that identifies the three main aspects to be
covered in the paper.
uses five to seven sentences that vary in length and structure to create
a smooth and rhythmic flow.
Body Paragraph #1
starts the paragraph with a sentence that clearly identifies the aspect of
the topic to be covered.
compares similarities between both topics.
contrasts differences between both topics.
includes a conclusion sentence that summarizes the main aspect of
the paragraph and transitions into the next paragraph.
uses five to seven sentences that vary in length and structure to create
a smooth and rhythmic flow.
Body Paragraph #2
starts the paragraph with a sentence that clearly identifies the aspect of
the topic to be covered.
compares similarities between both topics.
contrasts differences between both topics.
includes a conclusion sentence that summarizes the main aspect of
the paragraph and transitions into the next paragraph.
uses five to seven sentences that vary in length and structure to create
a smooth and rhythmic flow.
The writer…
Body Paragraph #3
starts the paragraph with a sentence that clearly identifies the aspect of
the topic to be covered.
compares similarities between both topics.
contrasts differences between both topics.
includes a conclusion sentence that summarizes the main aspect of
the paragraph and transitions into the next paragraph.
uses five to seven sentences that vary in length and structure to create
a smooth and rhythmic flow.
Word Usage/ Conventions
Conclusion
includes a summary of the three main points of the topic.
clearly states the significance and purpose for comparing and
contrasting the two topics.
uses five to seven sentences that vary in length and structure to create
a smooth and rhythmic flow.
spells words correctly.
capitalizes the first word in a sentence and proper nouns.
Uses commas and conjunctions with compound sentences.
uses connector words that show comparison (similarities).
uses connector words that show contrast (differences).