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captainjonesify · **on:** Jun 24, 2018

If a writer focuses on the similarities and differences of a topic to compose a paragraph, then he or she is using the ________ approach.

A) connotative and denotative
B) problem and solution
C) comparison or contrast
D) cause and effect
E) illustration

Question 2

In which of the following situations are transitional elements useful?

A) eliminating a shift in ideas between paragraphs
B) isolating specific points within a paragraph
C) linking major sections or chapters in a long report
D) eliminating a string of nouns
E) switching from historic information to current information

SAUXC · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) A comparison or contrast paragraph focuses on the similarities or differences of a topic.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C
Explanation: C) You can use transitions to tie ideas together within and between paragraphs, as well as to connect major sections or chapters in a long report.