Semi-Detailed Lesson Plan in English 9

I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the discussion, the students should be able to:
- Define compare and contrast.
- Analyze and evaluate paragraphs.
- Use graphic organizers to compare and contrast

II. SUBJECT MATTER

TOPIC: Compare and Contrast
MATERIALS: Laptop, PowerPoint presentation, and T.V.
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essay
Time Frame: 1 hour

III. PROCEDURE
TEACHERS ACTIVITY

A. PRELIMINARY ACTIVITIES
- Greet the students
- Ask someone to lead the prayer
- Ask them to pick up the trash under their chair
- Ask them to seat up properly
- Check the attendance

B. REVIEW
(The teacher will ask about the previous lesson)

C. MOTIVATION
(Have you ever been compared to someone else?)

D. LESSON PROPER
What is compare and contrast?
Compare=Identify what is the same in the subject being compared.
Other signal words used to show comparison are like, alike, have in common,
similar, similarly, too, and same.

Contrast=Identify what is different.

But, however, on the other hand, although, contrary to as opposed, and instead.
 Why do we need to compare and contrast?

The Compare & Contrast strategy strengthens students' writing skills by providing a simple
structure that helps them organize information and develop their ideas with greater clarity
and precision.
The purpose of a compare and contrast essay is to analyze the differences and/or the similarities
of two distinct subjects. A good compare/contrast essay doesn't only point out how the
subjects are similar or different (or even both!). It uses those points to make a meaningful
argument about the subjects.
Also, authors use compare and contrast to emphasize and define the distinctive characteristics of
the author's intended subjects.
My Definition: A device the author uses to describe something by pointing out similarities and
differences between two things.

Transitional Words and Phrases that Signal Comparison and Contrast

In comparison and contrast, transitions between paragraphs are necessary to keep your essay
flowing smoothly, to make it clear to the reader when you switch from one topic to the
other, and to indicate the logical relationships between ideas within the paragraph.
Two Ways to Write a Compare and Contrast Essay

● Block Method
● Point –by- Point Method

Block Method
I. Introduction (state the reason for the comparison)
II. First item (apples)
A. First point about this item (taste)
B. Second point about this item (texture)
C. Third point about this item (uses)
 D. Fourth point about this item (nutrition)

III. Second item (oranges)

A. First point about this item (taste)
B. Second point about this item (texture)
C. Third point about this item (uses)
D. Fourth point about this item (nutrition)

IV. Conclusion Block Method

E.g. Introduction Although both apples and oranges are flavorful and nutritious fruits, there are also
marked differences that make them unique to themselves.By examining the tastes, textures, uses, and
nutritional content of each fruit, consumers can make better choices that can help to improve their
overall health and well being. *Names the items to be compared.

1. First Item (apples) Taste is, perhaps, the most important factor to consider when
selecting foods. The flesh of an apple is lightly sweet and its outer skin has a mild earthy
flavor that most find enjoyable.In addition to taste, texture is a factor that can affect
one’s enjoyment of a particular food. The flesh of the apple is soft, dry and lightly
crispy. It is easy to chew and swallow. On the outside, the apple is shiny with a smooth
surface. The skin is thin and easy to bite into, but it is crunchy and can take a little time
to fully chew. Apples also have a tough core and seeds inside. While most enjoy the
inside texture, some choose to peel the outer skin and remove the core to make chewing
easier. Many people also prefer fruits, such as apples, that can be prepared in a variety
ways. Apples are made into juice and cider by pressing the juice from the fruit. Apple
juices and slices can also be a nice and different addition to salad and meat recipes. For
sweet treats, apples are made into spreadable butters, muffins, fritters, turnovers, and, of
course, pies. Apples are also delicious picked fresh right off the tree. The last and ,
perhaps, most important consideration when deciding which fruits to enjoy is nutrition.
Apples are a nutritious, healthy snack options when eaten raw. Apples are fat-free and,
at 65 calories per serving, low calorie food. They contain no saturated fat, cholesterol or
sodium. Apples are known for being a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C, too.
The only down side to fresh apples is that most of its calories come form sugars.
2. Second Item (oranges) Like apples, the flesh of oranges are also sweet, however, they
are often much sweeter than apples and they also have a tangy citrus that apples don’t.
Unlike apple skins, if eaten, the skin of an orange tastes extremely bitter and unpleasant.
Depending on one’s tastes, one may find one of these fruits more flavorful than the
other. Similar to apples, oranges are soft inside and have seeds. However, the fruits
differ in that the inside of an orange is extremely juicy, whereas an apple’s is not. In
contrast to the apple’s skin, the orange’s skin is bumpy and thick. Because of it’s thick
texture and bitter taste, people always choose to discard orange skins, whereas many
will eat the skin of an apple. Whatever one’s food texture preferences, each fruit
provides consumers with different eating options. Likeapples, oranges are also made
into juice. However, orange juice is produced by squeezing the fruit rather than pressing
 it. When it comes to salads and meat recipes, oranges are used to add flavor the same
way apples are. Instead of spreadable butters, oranges are used for marmalades, and
while apples are famous for pies, oranges are famous for sherbets. Regardless of which
of these versatile fruits one prefers, one can find endless ways to enjoy each of them.
Similarto apples, oranges are also fat free. However, a fresh orange has 20 more calories
than an apple. Like the apple, the orange gets most of these calories from sugars, too. On
the upside, the orange contains more essential minerals than the apple. In addition to
being a great source of vitamin C and fiber, oranges also contain thiamin, folate and
potassium, Also different from apples, oranges provide protein, whereas apples do not.
While both fruits are healthy choices, depending on individual dietary needs, one fruit
may be a better choice over the other.

Point-By-Point Method (outline)

I. Introduction
• Introduce items being compared/contrasted
• State benefits or purpose for analysis (thesis)
• List points of comparison
II. First point (taste)
A. Explanation of how this point relates to the first item (apples)
B. Explanation of how this point relates to the second item (oranges)
III. Second point (texture)
A. Explanation of how this point relates to the first item (apples)
B. Explanation of how this point relates to the second item (oranges)
IV. Third point (uses)
A. Explanation of how this point relates to the first item (apples)
B. Explanation of how this point relates to the second item (oranges)
VI. Fourth point (nutritional value)
A. Explanation of how this point relates to the first item (apples)
B. Explanation of how this point relates to the second item (oranges)
Conclusion Key words

E.g Introduction Although both apples and oranges are flavorful and nutritious fruits, there are
also marked differences that make them unique to themselves.By examining the tastes,
textures, uses, and nutritional content of each fruit, consumers can make better choices that
can help to improve their overall health and well being. *Names the items to be
compared*Indicates the purpose of the comparison (thesis) *Names the grounds for
comparison

1. First Point Taste is, perhaps, the most important factor to consider when selecting foods.
The flesh of an apple is lightly sweet and its outer skin has a mild earthy flavor that most
find enjoyable. Like apples, the flesh of oranges are also sweet, however, they are often
much sweeter than apples and they also have a tangy citrus that apples don’t. Unlike
apple skins, if eaten, the skin of an orange tastes extremely bitter and unpleasant.
 Depending on one’s tastes, one may find one of these fruits more flavorful than the
other.
2. Second Point In addition to taste, texture is a factor that can affect one’s enjoyment of a
particular food. The flesh of the apple is soft, dry and lightly crispy. It is easy to chew
and swallow. On the outside, the apple is shiny with a smooth surface. The skin is thin
and easy to bite into, but it is crunchy and can take a little time to fully chew. Apples
also have a tough core and seeds inside. While most enjoy the inside texture, some
choose to peel the outer skin and remove the core to make chewing easier. Similar to
apples, oranges are soft inside and have seeds. However, the fruits differ in that the
inside of an orange is extremely juicy, whereas an apple’s is not. In contrast to the
apple’s skin, the orange’s skin is bumpy and thick. Because of it’s thick texture and
bitter taste, people always choose to discard orange skins, whereas many will eat the
skin of an apple. Whatever one’s food texture preferences, each fruit provides
consumers with different eating options.
3. Third Point Apples and oranges can be eaten right off the tree, but they both also afford
the consumer a variety of uses. Apples are made into juice and cider by pressing the
juice form the fruit. Apple juices and slices can also be a nice and different addition to
salad and meat recipes. For sweet treats, apples are made into spreadable butters,
muffins, fritters, turnovers, and, of course, pies. Similar to apples, oranges are also made
into juice. However, orange juice is produced by squeezing the fruit rather than pressing
it. When it comes to salads and meat recipes, oranges are used to add flavor the same
way apples are. Instead of spreadable butters, oranges are used for marmalades, and
while apples are famous for pies, oranges are famous for sherbets. Regardless of which
of these versatile fruits one prefers, one can find endless ways to enjoy each of them.
4. Fourth Point The last and ,perhaps, most important consideration when deciding which
of these fruits to enjoy is nutrition. Both of these fruits are nutritious, healthy snack
options when eaten raw. Apples are a fat free and, at 65 calories per serving, low calorie
food. They contain no saturated fat, cholesterol or sodium. Apples are known for being a
good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C, too. The only down side to fresh apples is
that most of its calories come form sugars. Similar to apples, oranges are also fat free.
However, a fresh orange has 20 more calories than an apple. Like the apple, the orange
gets most of these calories from sugars, too. On the upside, the orange contains more
essential minerals than the apple. In addition to being a great source of vitamin C and
fiber, oranges also contain thiamin, folate and potassium, Also different from apples,
oranges provide protein, whereas apples do not. While both fruits are healthy choices,
depending on individual dietary needs, one fruit may be a better choice over the other.
5. Conclusion Even though apples and oranges are very unique fruits, they are bothtasty,
versatile, nutritious foods. It is these similaritieswhich make them both great options for
healthful eating. • Summary of main points • Restatement of thesis
E. APPLICATION
(The teacher will provide printable materials where the students will write their
answers.)
Directions: Read the paragraphs about butterflies and bees. Compare and
identify their commonality and differences. Use the Venn diagram
to present your answer.

Butterflies and Bees

Butterflies and bees have many things in common. They are both insects that live all over
the world. Another similarity is that they both have four wings. Their wings are very different
though. Butterflies have brightly colored wings and bees’ wings are transparent. Bees live in
large groups of colonies. Butterflies do not. They often travel by themselves. Butterflies and
bees are also similar because they both feed on nectar and pollen from flowers.
 Butterflies and Bees

F. GENERALIZATION

What is the importance of comparing and contrasting in writing?

Give at least 4 signal words to define if that is a comparison.

Give at least 4 signal words to define if that is a contrast.

IV. EVALUATION
Choose one of the following three items. Then come up with one difference and three similarities.

1. Department stores and discount retail stores

2. Fast food chains and fine dining restaurants
 3. Dogs and cats

  

V. ASSIGNMENT

Instruction: In one whole sheet of paper choose one topic below and write a short essay that
shows comparison and contrast.

Topics:
To be on social media or not
Virtual vs real classrooms
Boys vs girls: differences in behavior
Mammals vs reptiles  

Prepared by:

LEANNE AMBROSIO
Practice Teacher