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Comparison-Contrast, Cause-

Effect, and Argument in Action

1 Identify comparison-contrast, cause-effect,

and argument modes.

In this chapter , you will have the opportunity to examine and use the

techniques of comparison-contrast, cause-effect, and argument. The

text explains the techniques separately so that you can become

thoroughly familiar with them and learn to use them successfully.
Later, you will mix techniques to suit your purpose for writing.

Before looking at comparison-contrast, cause-effect, and argument

separately, look at how professional writers use the techniques in

combination. First look at an essay by Liz Weston, a personal finance

columnist and author of the best-seller Your Credit Score. Then read a
poem by Stacey Donovan, a professional writer, poet, and novelist

who lives in Kansas City.