Two tv shows or types of tv shows (such as reality tv vs. sitcoms)
You can compare two specific shows, such as Modern Family and How I Met Your Mother, or two types of tv shows and thereby bring in several specific shows (such as Survivor, Big Brother, and Project Runway for reality shows and Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother, and Big Bang Theory for sitcoms. Keep in mind, though, that if you choose the second option, you will want to focus on the genre more than specific shows. You could choose one sitcom and one reality show and bring up the differences in genre that way.
Whatever topic you choose, make sure it is narrow enough that you can adequately compare/contrast it in this short, short essay. Draw on your own experiences to complete the assignment, but do not turn this paper into a narrative. For example, do not write about how awesome you were both as a freshman and as a senior in high school because of the fame caused by your football record. You could use that experience as an example but not as the focal point of your paper.
Requirements
2-3 pages (seriously, no more than three pages)
No outside research is required or even wanted—rely on your own experiences
Stay in formal 3rd person throughout the essay
Take advantage of the other resources I give you
Compare/Contrast Essay Rubric
Organization
25 pts
Full Marks
Effectively uses stronger organizational style of point-by-point. One point comparison per paragraph. Contains a clear thesis and strong topic sentences.
Purpose
25 pts
Full Marks
Clearly argues that one option is “better” than the other while comparing the two.
Supporting Material
25 pts
Full Marks
Contains many specific details in each body paragraph to thoroughly compare/contrast the two subjects.
Grammatical Control
25 pts
Full Marks
Strong, correct use of grammar, providing a near-seamless read.
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