Museum Field Trip Comparison/Contrast EssayPurposeThe purpose of this assignment is to learn how to compose a comparison/contrast essay that makes a clear point, is supported by several main ideas, and is organized into (at minimum) a five-paragraph essay.

•Learn to identify significant similarities and differences between two websites

•Practice analyzing similarities and differences instead of merely describing them

•Discuss the selected similarities and differences(2-4 which will be the main ideas) in the context of a clear and arguable thesis statement

•Use 2-4 main ideas (specific similarities and/or differences) to make some kind of overall judgment about the websites.Learning the skills involved in writing this essay will help prepare you for future college work. Comparison/Contrast assignments are common in college, the workplace, and in our personal lives. For example, buying a new car or phone often requires comparing and contrasting different models in order to make the best purchase.TaskWrite a 1000-word essay that compares and contrasts two of the websites listed at the bottom of this page.

•Visit the websites listed below.

•Select two of the websites below to compare and contrast for your essay.Select several (2-4) specific aspects of the websites.

•These specific aspects (such as navigation, visual appeal, and user-friendliness) will be the essay’s main ideas.