ENG 131-30 / Essay 2 (CHOOSE ONE) / Spring 2020 Compare-Contrast Writing looks at the similarities and the differences between two subjects. Basic Assignment: Respond to the following prompt: 1. Model/ Compare-Contrast Writing prompt: Think about s

ENG 131-30 / Essay 2(CHOOSE ONE) / Spring 2020

Compare-Contrast Writing looks at the similarities and the differences between two subjects.

Basic Assignment: Respond to the following prompt:

1. Model/ Compare-Contrast Writing prompt:

Think about some of the ways you and a friend or family member are alike. You might have similar physical features, share the same taste in movies, or enjoy playing basketball together. Chances are that you and this person will also have important differences. For instance, your friend is an early riser, but you love to stay late in bed. Discovering how two things are alike and different is comparing and contrasting. Write an essay that identifies points of basic similarities and differences between you and a friend or a family member; you may arrange details using the block or point-by-point styles.

Cause/ Effect Writing is a method of paragraph or essay development in which a writer analyzes the reasons for—and/or the consequences of—an action, event, or decision.

Basic Assignment: Respond to the following prompt:

2. Model/ Cause-Effect Writing prompt:

We all face personal troubles in our lives. Think about a recent challenging situation in your life at home, at work, at school, or with friends. What were the causes of this situation? What were its effects? Although you will discuss both causes and effects, remember to emphasize either the causes of the situation or the effects of the situation.

Where to turn in: Essay Tab on Blackboard (word document or pdf)

Guidelines:

—double space

—12pt font, Times New Roman type

—should be at least 2 to 3-page essay

—paper must have an original title and must have a heading and page number (MLA)

— Due Date: Thursday, April 9th, 2019