Format of an Essay Compare/Contrast Essay Block Form
	Introduction Usually one paragraph long Usually five to seven sentences Usually contains the thesis statement Usually gives the reader a hint on how the essay will be organized Must catch the reader's attention Must give the reader an idea of what the paper is about
	Body Paragraph 1 Usually five to seven sentences Contains a topic sentence that controls the idea of the paragraph Contains the first item to be compared or contrasted Explains, in detail without repeating, the important points regarding the topic sentence
	Body Paragraph 2 Usually five to seven sentences Contains a topic sentence that controls the idea of the paragraph Contains the second item to be compared or contrasted Explains, in detail without repeating, the important points regarding the topic sentence
	Conclusion Usually one paragraph long Usually five to seven sentences Usually reminds the reader what the paper has been about