There are several ways to organize the information in a compare-and-contrast essay, not just one. Here are some common organizational structures:
* Point-by-point: You discuss each point of comparison or contrast in a separate paragraph, alternating between the two subjects.
* Subject-by-subject: You discuss all aspects of one subject first, then move on to discuss the other subject.
* Block: You discuss all the points of comparison or contrast for one subject in a block of paragraphs, and then do the same for the other subject in a separate block.
The best structure for your essay depends on the specific topics you are comparing and contrasting, as well as your personal writing style.