CHAPTER 7: COMPARISON AND CONTRAST ESSAY

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Miguel & Tas

(Amy & Evan)

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Comparison & Contrast Signal Words

Similarity

■ Type 1: Transition Words & phrases

(similarly, likewise, also, too)

Human workers can detect malfunctions in machinery; a robot can, too.

■ Type 2: Subordinators

(as, just as)

Robots can detect malfunctions in machinery, just as human workers can.

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■Type 3: Coordinators

(and, both…and, not only…but also, neither…nor)

Not only robots but also human workers can detect malfunctions in machinery.

■ Type 4: Others

(like/ just like/ similar to + N.)(be + like/ similar to, the same as) (be + alike/ similar)(be compared to/with)

● Robots, similar to human workers, can detect malfunctions in machinery.

● In their ability to detect malfunctions in machinery, robots and human workers are the same.

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■ Be compared to/ be compared with

Robots can be compared to/ be compared with human workers in their ability to detect malfunctions in machinery.

Used when similarities are noted in dissimilar things

He likes to compare women to flowers.

Used for either differences or similarities, usually in similar things

It’s a good movie, but its soundtrack cannot compare with that of the other movie.

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Contrast Signal Words: Concession (Unexpected Result)

Concession signal words indicate that the information in one clause is not the result you expect from the information given in the other clause.

Difference:

However, nevertheless, still (Be careful!!)

Both Regine and Momoko are recognized as successful modern working women; however/ nevertheless/ still, people have very different opinions regarding their public images.

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Although, even though, though

Although/ Even though/ Though Regine and Momoko are both recognized as successful modern working women, people have very different opinions regarding their public images.

Yet

Regine raises many controversial issues, yet she still manages to be on top of her profession.

Despite

Despite similar passions towards careers, both Regine and Momoko have very different working philosophies.

Contrast Signal Words:

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Contrast Signal Words: direct opposition

These contrast signal words shows that two things are direct opposites. With direct opposites, the signal word can introduce either piece of information.

In contrast/ in comparison/ on the other hand

As for hosting styles, Momoko is generally considered to be intellectual; in contrast/ in comparison/ by comparison/ on the other hand, Regine is thought to be incisive.

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On the contrary

Momoko is not a workaholic like most people thinks she is; on the contrary, she values her family heavily.

(Note: on the contrary contrasts a truth and an untruth)

While/ whereas

Momoko dresses up in accordance with different occasions, while/ whereas Regine loves to show off her great figure.

Differ from/ be dissimilar to

Momoko’s personalities differ from/ are dissimilar to Regine’s in many aspects.

On the contrary

Momoko is not a workaholic like most people thinks she is; on the contrary, she values her family heavily.

(Note: on the contrary contrasts a truth and an untruth)

While/ whereas

Momoko dresses up in accordance with different occasions, while/ whereas Regine loves to show off her great figure.

Differ from/ be dissimilar to

Momoko’s personalities differ from/ are dissimilar to Regine’s in many aspects.

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Sample assignment

With respect to the two most famous hostesses in Taiwan, Momokoand Regine, both are entertainers with marked influence on society. Shaped bytheir distinct personalities, hosting styles, and pubic images, Regine conveysthe concept of being yourself, while Momoko realizes the value of harmony.More specifically, when it comes to gossip or negative news, Regine rarelyresponds or even ignores them. Especially regarding gender issues, Regineconsiders others’ perceptions to have nothing to do with her happiness. It iscourageous of her to pursue what she wants, which is traditionally regarded asa taboo.

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Unlike Regine, Momoko is good at managing relationships with coworkers, celebrities and the press. In her shows, you can see the thoughtfulness in her interactions with the interviewees. As for her private life, she often talks about her family with affection and she cares about her husband’s feelings in public. She is admired for being a perfect woman both in marriage and career. With a pleasant and less controversial nature, she is popular with a wide range of audiences. To sum up,Regine and Momoko contribute different attitudes and values to the public. Whichever you agree with, each type represents a part of real society. Therefore, both are recognized as role models for modern women.

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Academic Writing Series (5th Edition). Pearson

Longman.p.133-140

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