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How To Write An Outline

An outline is a formal system used to organize ideas and information in a paper or presentation. There are two main types of outlines - a topic outline uses short phrases to organize multiple issues, while a sentence outline uses full sentences for more complex topics with details. To create an outline, identify the main topic, determine the key ideas and arguments, organize them logically, add supporting details, and review and revise the outline. Sample formats are provided for a topic outline using key words and phrases and a sentence outline using full sentences.

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How To Write An Outline

An outline is a formal system used to organize ideas and information in a paper or presentation. There are two main types of outlines - a topic outline uses short phrases to organize multiple issues, while a sentence outline uses full sentences for more complex topics with details. To create an outline, identify the main topic, determine the key ideas and arguments, organize them logically, add supporting details, and review and revise the outline. Sample formats are provided for a topic outline using key words and phrases and a sentence outline using full sentences.

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OUTLINE

An outline is a formal system used to think about and organize your paper. It uses Roman and Arabic numerals along
with capital and small letters of the alphabet to organize information and ideas. This helps both you and anyone who
reads your outline to follow your organization easily. Outlines can be useful for any paper to help you see the overall
picture.

2 Kinds of Outline
• The topic outline consists of short phrases. It is particularly useful when you are dealing with a number of different
issues that could be arranged in a variety of ways in your paper.
• The sentence outline is done in full sentences. It is normally used when your paper focuses on complex details. The
sentence outline is especially useful for this kind of paper because sentences themselves have many of the details in
them

HOW TO WRITE AN OUTLINE


Creating an outline is a helpful way to organize your thoughts and ideas before writing a paper or giving a presentation.
Here are some steps you can follow to make an outline:

1. Identify the main topic or purpose: Before you begin creating an outline, it's important to identify the main topic
or purpose of your writing or presentation. This will help you to focus your ideas and ensure that your outline is
relevant and useful.

2. Determine the main ideas or arguments: Once you have identified the main topic, determine the main ideas or
arguments that you want to convey. These should be the key points that you want to make or the main sections
of your paper or presentation.

3. Put the ideas in order: Once you have identified the main ideas or arguments, order them in a logical sequence.
This can be done chronologically, thematically, or in some other order that makes sense for your topic.

4. Add supporting details: For each main idea or argument, add supporting details that will help to explain or prove
your point. These could include examples, evidence, or additional information that supports your main point.

5. Review and revise: Once you have created your outline, review it to ensure that it is clear and logical. Revise as
needed to ensure that the outline effectively communicates your main points and supporting details.

SAMPLE FORMAT: TOPIC OUTLINE SAMPLE FORMAT: SENTENCE OUTLINE


(Write key words or phrases only) (Write the whole sentence)
I. Introduction I. Introduction
A. Main Idea/ Thesis Statement A. Thesis Statement (main idea+ comment)
B. Supporting detail/s B. Supporting detail/s
II. Body Paragraph 1 II. Body Paragraph 1
A. Main Idea A. Main Idea
B. Supporting detail/s B. Supporting detail/s
III. Body Paragraph 2 III. Body Paragraph 2
A. Main Idea A. Main Idea
B. Supporting detail/s B. Supporting detail/s
IV. Conclusion IV. Conclusion
A. Main Idea-summary of main A. Summary of main points- summary of
points main points
B. Supporting detail/s B. Supporting detail/s

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