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Paragraph Development by Comparison and Contrast 0●00。●。。0。。00000000。00。00。0000000000。00000。0000。0●000000000。0鲁 Paragraph development by comparison and contrast usually have three patterns to follow: one is to develop through o illustrations to show how things are different, another is to discuss similarities only, and still another is to treat both likenesses and differences. We can use all the three patterns or just one of them to show the similarities andlor differences about objects or opinions both in social and academic life
Paragraph development by comparison and contrast usually have three patterns to follow: one is to develop through illustrations to show how things are different, another is to discuss similarities only, and still another is to treat both likenesses and differences. We can use all the three patterns or just one of them to show the similarities and/or differences about objects or opinions both in social and academic life. Paragraph Development by Comparison and Contrast
Examine the sample below to see how the paragraph is developed by means of comparison and contrast Samole People in different countries make different hand gestures. A common example is the gesture of waving farewell. In Italy the palm of the hand is held toward the speaker and the fingers make the motion of drawing the departing person back. In Spain the movement is the same, but the hand is held horizontally. In france, however, the palm is frequently held facing the departing person, and the movement of the hand appears to push the departing person on his way Similarly, Americans are inclined to show the palm also and move the flattened hand from left to right. Exercises
Examine the sample below to see how the paragraph is developed by means of comparison and contrast. People in different countries make different hand gestures. A common example is the gesture of waving farewell. In Italy the palm of the hand is held toward the speaker and the fingers make the motion of drawing the departing person back. In Spain the movement is the same, but the hand is held horizontally. In France, however, the palm is frequently held facing the departing person, and the movement of the hand appears to push the departing person on his way. Similarly, Americans are inclined to show the palm also and move the flattened hand from left to right. Sample Exercises
Exercise 18 Exercise 19
Exercise 18 Exercise 19
Ex 18 Read the following paragraph and try to fill in the blanks by choosing from the list of transitions given below Common transitions for comparison Common transitions for contrast accordingly at the same time different from in contrast first, second, third etc in spite of on the contrary for one thing furthermore on the other hand nevertheless in addition to in fact although but likewise another despite unlike besides equally whereas yet important moreover then too
Ex. 18 Read the following paragraph and try to fill in the blanks by choosing from the list of transitions given below. Common transitions for comparison accordingly at the same time first, second, third, etc. for one thing furthermore in addition to in fact likewise another besides equally important moreover then too Common transitions for contrast different from in contrast in spite of on the contrary on the other hand nevertheless although but despite unlike whereas yet
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There are both similarities and differences between the touristattracting countries Italy and Greece. 1)_____, both the Italians and Greeks are friendly people. 2) _____, the cultural relics of both countries are fascinating: Rome’s Colosseum and Athens’ Parthenon are two of the world’s great sights. Both countries offer comfortable tourist accommodations likewise. 3) _____, the luxury hotels in Rome and Athens are all excellent. 4) _____, there are important contrasts between Italy and Greece: 5) _____ dining in Italy can be a memorable experience, food in Greece tends to be wholesome but plain. And the look of each country is different. The Italian countryside is green and lush. 6) _____, the Greek terrain is dry and desertlike. 7) _____ the elegant Italians, the Greek citizen dresses and lives more simply. 8) _____ all these differences, a tourist can expect a delightful holiday in either country. Key
There are both similarities and differences between the tourist. attracting countries Italy and Greece. 1)For one thing, both the Italians and Greeks are friendly people. 2)For another, the cultural relics of both countries are fascinating: Rome's Colosseum and Athens Parthenon are two of the world's great sights Both countries offer comfortable tourist accommodations likE wise. 3) the luxury hotels in Rome and Athens are all C::t 4) there are important contrasts between Italy and Greece. 3 dining in Italy can be a memorable experience, food in Greece tends to be wholesome but plain. And the look of each country is different. The ltalian countryside is green and lush. 6)n contrast, the Greek terrain is dry and desertlike 7)Different from the elegant Italians, the Greek citizen dresses and lives more simply. 8)n spite of all these differences, a tourist can expect a delightful holiday in either country
There are both similarities and differences between the touristattracting countries Italy and Greece. 1)_____________, both the Italians and Greeks are friendly people. 2) __________, the cultural relics of both countries are fascinating: Rome’s Colosseum and Athens’ Parthenon are two of the world’s great sights. Both countries offer comfortable tourist accommodations likewise. 3) ______, the luxury hotels in Rome and Athens are all excellent. 4) ____________, there are important contrasts between Italy and Greece: 5) ________ dining in Italy can be a memorable experience, food in Greece tends to be wholesome but plain. And the look of each country is different. The Italian countryside is green and lush. 6) __________, the Greek terrain is dry and desertlike. 7) ____________ the elegant Italians, the Greek citizen dresses and lives more simply. 8) _________ all these differences, a tourist can expect a delightful holiday in either country. For one thing For another In fact Nevertheless whereas In contrast Different from In spite of
Ex 19 Write a paragraph on one of the following topics, using comparison and contrast to support the topic. 1. Two Modes of Travel: Individual Travel and Package Tour Reference 2. On-line Shopping and Traditional Shopping
Ex. 19 Write a paragraph on one of the following topics, using comparison and contrast to support the topic. 1. Two Modes of Travel: Individual Travel and Package Tour 2. On-line Shopping and Traditional Shopping Reference
Individual travel is usually an independent travel. Most travelers of this kind have to arrange everything the flights, hotels, meals, and sightseeing program- themselves. Cumbrous as these things are, they provide you a good chance to contact local people and practice your ability to deal with various unexpected events. The simplest and most comfortable way of traveling at a reasonable price is a package tour. Participants will. have their itinerary, hotel accommodation and meals, and: sightseeing program booked in advance. A tour guide from the local travel agency will pick you up at the airport. He or she will take care of you and take you to the scenic spots
Individual travel is usually an independent travel. Most travelers of this kind have to arrange everything ― the flights, hotels, meals, and sightseeing program ― themselves. Cumbrous as these things are, they provide you a good chance to contact local people and practice your ability to deal with various unexpected events. The simplest and most comfortable way of traveling at a reasonable price is a package tour. Participants will have their itinerary, hotel accommodation and meals, and sightseeing program booked in advance. A tour guide from the local travel agency will pick you up at the airport. He or she will take care of you and take you to the scenic spots
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A trip itinerary provides the travellers with a general description of program for sightseeing, and usually consists of a tour arrangement and a list of scenic spots for traveller to visit. Such trip itineraries are often seen in newspapers and magazines, and, more and more popular, on the Internet as tour advertisement. Trip Itinerary
