The Block Technique
This method organizes ideas by item (A and B). First, discuss all the aspects of item A (ideas 1, 2, and 3). Then,
discuss all of the corresponding aspects of item B. The result is two “blocks” of text—a section about item A, and
one about item B. For example:
(A = Pinocchio; B = Frankenstein’s creature)
A1—Pinocchio’s creation
A2—Geppetto’s reaction
A3—Relationship between Pinocchio and Geppetto
B1—The creature’s creation
B2—Frankenstein’s reaction
B3—Relationship between the creature and Frankenstein
The Point-by-Point Technique
In this method, you organize ideas by aspect (1, 2, 3) rather than by item, so the result is a direct comparison and
contrast of each aspect. Because you put each aspect side by side, readers get to see exactly how the two items meas-
ure up, element by element. This is a more sophisticated way of organizing a comparison and contrast essay, and
it’s easier for your reader to follow. Here’s a sample outline.
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