Mysterious Mr. Lincoln

Essay: Compare Contrast

Learning Objective

• Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

– Introduce a topic; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

• During his time in office, Mr. Lincoln exhibited his dedication to his goals. Steve Jobs also exhibited dedication to his goals.

• Compare these two people in a three – four paragraph essay. In what way are these leaders alike and different.

• Use details, quotes, to support your answers.

Essay Structure

• Introduction: Claim Statement

• PP 2: Abraham Lincoln

• PP 3: Steve Jobs

• P4: Draw conclusion

Rubric: Informational Text