Writing a Compare-and-Contrast Essay about Presentation of Ideas

Question 8 of 10 • LPS ELA 09 (CR) - MP1

Which is an example of point-by-point organization in a comparative essay?

Answer

The Code Book is written in an expository style. The author uses dense, scientific language to provide information.

The Code Book uses historical examples from recent history. Author Simon Singh uses these to emphasize the importance of security.

The Dark Game is an example of narrative writing. Author Paul Janeczko weaves historical examples together beautifully.

The Dark Game uses historical examples from the Civil War. The Code Book also uses historical examples, but from the Cold War.

Using Strategies and Word Patterns: The Code Book

Punctuating Restrictive and Nonrestrictive Elements

Author’s Purpose and Viewpoint in The Dark Game, Part 3

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