The Comparison and Contrast essays below are all written by former students both in the US and Mexico. I'd like to give a hearty "thanks" to these students, first, for being such great students, second, for writing such great essays and, third, for allowing me to publish them here.

I must comment about the first essay on this page, "Cows and Whales," which was by a student from Japan.  My initial reaction was unbelief, but when I read the essay, I could see a cultural aspect of Japan that I had never considered, and then I asked myself, "Why not consider a contrast between cows and whales?"  It's eye-opening to see the world from a new perspective.  All the essays on this page are excellent!

Cows and Whales by Kenj
Radiohead From The Bends to Hail to the Thief
Vacationing in the City or at the Beach
Eating Fresh Foods or Canned Foods
Backpacking or Staying in Hotels
Industrial Engineer or Administrator
Aerobic Training verses Anaerobic Training
Stick Shift or Automatic
Two Great Mexican Cities, Querétaro and San Miguel
Vacationing at the Beach or in the Mountains

Please note that these essays are organized.  In each case, the writer lined up his/her main points and supporting details and presented them clearly and concisely.  Note, too, that some essays contain point-by-point organization while other essays contain block organization.

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