AVDB3_Unit 4

UNIT 4: Comparison paragraphs

III. Post-writing
1. Writing checklist for self / peer assessment
Below is a checklist for writing comparison paragraphs. Use it to check your own writing, or get
a peer (another student) to help you.
Content Y/N Comments/ Suggestions

Task Response

Is the paragraph at least 120 words?

Does the paragraph have a clear topic sentence that
tells the readers what two subjects you are going to
compare and contrast?
Does the paragraph have a concluding sentence that
rephrases the topic sentence, summarizes main
points, or gives the writer's opinion?
Coherence & Cohesion
Are there one topic sentence, at least two supporting
sentences, and one concluding sentence in the
paragraph?
Are relevant examples and/ or other supporting
details (explanation, reasons, facts, etc.) included?
Is there any irrelevant sentence?

Does the paragraph follow a logical order?

Are there at least 2 transitional expressions used
correctly (e.g. Firstly, Besides, However, etc.)?
Lexical Resource

Is there any spelling error?

Are comparative & contrastive structures accurately
used to describe similarities & differences?

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Grammar Range and Accuracy

Are there any errors in verb tenses and subject-verb
agreement?
Do you capitalize the first letter of each sentence
and put punctuation marks correctly in the
sentence?
(Adapted from Langan, John. (2010). Exploring Writing Sentences and Paragraphs. McGraw Hill)

2. Additional topics for writing practice

Brainstorm ideas, make an outline and practice writing paragraphs on the following
topics. Remember to write at least 120 words.
1. Write a paragraph to compare and/ or contrast online and offline classes. How are they alike
or different?
2. Write about the similarities and/ or differences between high school and college.
3. Write a paragraph to compare and/ or contrast eating at home and eating in a restaurant.

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