Checklist for a Compare/Contrast Essay
DIRECTIONS: Work with a partner to evaluate and edit his or her Compare/ Contrast Essay. Offer constructive criticism
using the specifications listed.
Specifications/ Criteria
The opening paragraph introduces TWO researched epidemics.
The thesis sentence ends the introductory paragraph and
makes a claim.
The essay is organized in either a point to point or whole to
whole structure.
Point to Point
Whole to Whole
Body Paragraph #1Body Paragraph #1Compares one topic
Discusses three main points for
Topic:________________
epidemic #1
Circle: Similar OR Different
Epidemic-___________
Three Main Points:
1.
2.
3.
Body Paragraph #2Body Paragraph #2Compares one topic
Discusses three main points for
Topic:________________
epidemic #1
Circle: Similar OR Different
Epidemic-___________
Three Main Points:
1.
2.
3.
Body Paragraph #3Compares one topic
Topic:________________
Circle: Similar OR Different
Conclusion
Conclusion
Creates an Overarching
Gives 2- 3 similarities or
Position:
differences between epidemics
Are the epidemics more
similar or different?
The author addresses how the setting affects the individuals
living during the epidemic.
The essay cites convincing textual evidence, and the research
process is evident.
Words are concise, powerful, vivid, and engaging for the
audience.
The tone of the essay is informative.
The essay includes the use of transitions to provide
comprehension of ideas between sentences and paragraphs.
Grammar Skills:
 Correct usage of commas with coordinating adjectives
 Lacks dangling modifiers
The sketch demonstrates command of the conventions of
standard English.
(CUPS: Capitalization, Usage, Punctuation, and Spelling)
Agree/
Disagree
Comments
What did you like best about this compare
and contrast essay?
How could this compare and contrast essay
be improved?
Evaluating the Peer Review Process
DIRECTIONS: Now that you’ve had your Compare/ Contrast Essay evaluated by a peer, take time to reflect
on the process and what changes you will make in your draft.
My partner was:_____________________________
1. Based on my partner’s comments, I know that I need to revise:
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2. Rate how helpful you think the peer review session was. Circle the appropriate rating.
1
no help at all
2
not so helpful
3
kind of helpful
4
fairly helpful
5
very helpful
3. In a few sentences, explain why you chose the rating above.
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1.
How could you and your partner have improved the peer review process?
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