Writing Worksheet · Grades 5–9
Writing a Compare and Contrast Essay Worksheet
A printable writing worksheet for grades 5-9 on writing a compare and contrast essay. Students learn how the essay shows similarities and differences between two subjects, answer eight questions about the form, and plan their own. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Writing
Grades
Grades 5–9
Skill Focus
Writing a Compare and Contrast Essay, essay writing
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A compare and contrast essay examines two subjects to show how they are alike and different, using a thesis and transition words. This worksheet teaches the parts of the essay and guides students to plan one.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains the form with examples. Section A has eight questions. Section B on page 2 guides students to plan their own essay.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Writing a Process Essay and Transition Words worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the form.
Answer the eight questions in Section A on page 1.
Plan your own compare and contrast essay in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Writing a Process Essay Worksheet for more practice.
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Writing a Compare and Contrast Essay Worksheet
A printable writing worksheet for grades 5-9 on writing a compare and contrast essay. Students learn how the essay shows similarities and differences between two subjects, answer eight questions about the form, and plan their own. A complete answer key is included.
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