Oatmeal and Waffles, Block Method

 By Nate Feldman

Comparison Essay: Oatmeal and Waffles (Block Method) 

Are you familiar with things that American people eat for breakfast (hook)?  There are many unique things people enjoy having in the morning, such as cereal, toast, eggs, bagels, and pancakes.  Many people also having oatmeal and waffles(background). Although they are both common morning foods, they are quite different in taste, texture, and nutrition(thesis).

(paragraph about oatmeal)

First, oatmeal is a warm dish made from oats cooked in water or milk. It has a soft, thick texture. Many people like oatmeal because it is healthy. It is high in fiber, which helps you feel full longer. People often add fruit, nuts, or honey to make it sweeter.

(paragraph about waffles) 

Waffles, on the other hand, are made from a batter of flour, eggs, and milk. They are cooked in a waffle iron, which gives them their special shape and crispy outside. Waffles are usually sweeter than oatmeal. Many people eat them with syrup, butter, or whipped cream. Although tasty, waffles usually contain more sugar and fat than oatmeal.

(conclusion)

In summary, both oatmeal and waffles are popular breakfast foods, but they offer different experiences. Oatmeal is warm, soft, and healthy, while waffles are crispy, sweet, and a bit less nutritious (re-states main idea). The better choice depends on whether you want something healthy or something sweet and crispy for breakfast(opinion for closing statement).

Comprehension Questions

Multiple Choice

  1. What is one reason people like oatmeal?
    a. It is crispy.
    b. It is high in fiber.
    c. It is usually eaten with syrup.

  2. How are waffles cooked?
    a. In a pot of boiling water
    b. In a microwave
    c. In a waffle iron

  3. What is one difference between oatmeal and waffles?
    a. Oatmeal is usually sweeter than waffles.
    b. Waffles are usually crispier than oatmeal.
    c. Oatmeal is made with flour, eggs, and milk.

  4. Which food is generally healthier?
    a. Waffles
    b. Oatmeal
    c. Neither is healthy

  5. What is the main idea of the essay?
    a. How to cook oatmeal and waffles
    b. Why waffles are better than oatmeal
    c. A comparison of oatmeal and waffles as breakfast foods


Vocabulary Questions

  1. “Texture” in the passage means:
    a. The way something tastes
    b. The way something feels in your mouth
    c. The color of a food

  2. “Batter” is:
    a. A thick liquid mixture used for cooking
    b. A type of cooking pan
    c. A sweet topping for waffles

  3. “Nutritious” most nearly means:
    a. Very colorful
    b. Not cooked
    c. Good for your health

  4. “Popular” means:
    a. Liked by many people
    b. Very expensive
    c. Hard to find

  5. “Add”, as used in the passage, means:
    a. To mix ingredients together
    b. To put something more into a dish
    c. To remove something from a dish

  6. “Summary” is:
    a. A short statement of the main ideas
    b. A list of ingredients
    c. A long, detailed story

  7. “Crispy” means:
    a. Soft and warm
    b. Hard and makes a little crunch
    c. Cold and smooth


Assignment: with a partner, try and make a block-style comparison essay about two foods you know.  This essay focused on taste, texture, and nutrition.  If you want, you can focus on that, or you can focus on other things (i.e. when you eat these things) 

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