how do you write an outline and what is an outline?
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Outlines are hard to explain, but easy to do.  Try www.ehow.com or www.about.com for explainations and examples.
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I just went to the help menu and typed in "outline" and it gave me all sorts of help options including how to indent. \nFind the "insert a tab in an outline" and under that it says help formating paragraphs. sorry, it wouldn't let me copy paste the answer for you.
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It's how you organize a composition or theme paper.\n\nIntroduction: Introduce your topic. This is where you present the idea you intend to prove.\n\nBody: Provide details, information, evidence supporting your point of view. Traditionally, this requires at least three paragraphs, each with a supporting point.\n\nConclusion: Summarize what you have proven and draw a conclusion. This is where you restate how you have proven your thesis/point.\n\nAnother way to look at it is: (1) Say what you're going to say, (2) Say it, and (3) Say what you said.\n\nHere are a few links to get you started:
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It means that you have used different constructions within an entry or from one step to another in the outline.\n\nExample: Within an entry. Working and to succeed are essential. It should read working and succeeding are essential OR to work and to succeed are essential. The last two are using parallel constructions while the first mixes the two.\n\nExample: Every line of your outline should be written in the same format. For example, you may use all phrases, or you may use all complete sentences. Be sure you are consistent.\n\nI hope this helps. My best guess is that your teacher is referring to using parallel constructions and you have not done so wherever s/he has so noted.
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Well, it depends on what the paper is about.  Usually a solid idea is a good start, followed by credible sources.  After that, gather all the information you think you might need and write up an outline and be as specific as possible.\n\nDon't fret too much about your thesis - it's difficult to write a paper to a thesis.  Get a good idea and a loose thesis and go with it.  When you get father along in your paper, then you can go back and work on your thesis.  \n\nBasically, when writing a good paper, you are going to tell them (the reader) what you're going to tell them (the thesis and introduction, then you are going to tell them what you said you will tell them (body of the paper), then you'll tell them what you already told them (conclusion).  Assume that the reader has NEVER heard of the topic before (unless it's a 2-4 page paper, in which case you probably don't have room to make that assumption).  Explain your topic and your points in an easy to understand way that includes complex and analytical ideas.\n\nMost of all, don't procrastinate.  Get started early.  That will relieve a lot of stress from the paper writing process.
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Report, Do you mean an outline of a report. I have a outline below if you need it..\n\n1. Front Matter (3 pages)\na. Title page\nb.Table of Contents\nc.Abstract\n\n2. Body of Report (3 to 5 pgs)\na. Background/Topic(Country, product,International or domestic.\nb. Probem/Scope of study\nc. Discussion\nd. Conclusion\n\n3. Back Matter (1page)\n\nReferences\n\nDid the teacher provide some type of information in regards to what they needed on this assignment
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to analysis a story you do it in seperate paragraphs.\n\nyou analysis the characters first\n\nthen you analysis the setting\n\nyou analysis the theme \n\nyou analysis the autmosphere\n\nyou ananlysis the moral of the story \n\n\nthis is the most basic and fastest way to tell you how to do it
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What is the actual structure of an essay?\nHere is what the classic Five Paragraph Essay looks like:\n\nParagraph One: The Introduction\n\nIn this section you want to start with a hook: a sentence that will grab your reader's attention and get that reader interested in reading therest of the piece. You will want to give a little information about the points that you will be discussing. An introduction is a guide for the reader: a summary of what the rest of the piece is about. At the end of the first paragraph, you whould have a thesis statement that summarizes the main point that you will make. If you are writing apaper on literature, you will want to include the title, the author and the genre. You also might want to mention your three main points within your thesis. Finally, you might want to consider writing the opening paragraph after you have written the rest of the piece. Why? Because you know what is in the body of the essay and you will be better able to write a good thesis statement at that point. . \n\nParagraph Two: The First Topic \n\nEach body paragraph must begin with a topic sentence. A topic sentence will quickly summarize the content of the body paragraph while also link that body paragraph back to the thesis. Within this body paragrah, you will discuss the evidence you have to support your ideas. Maks sure you correctly cite your sources! Also, be sure to present your information in a logical order. \n\nParagraph Three: The Second Topic \n\nSame as Paragraph Two. Choose one of the topics that you mentioned and write about it. Be sure to cite sources to show that you have been doing research. \n\nParagraph Four: The Third Topic \n\nSame as Paragraphs Two and Three. Choose one of the topics that you mentioned and write about it. Be sure to cite sources to show that you have been doing research. \n\nParagraph Five: The Closing \n\nA conclusion can be just as important as the introduction. Always keep in mind that you are trying to convince your reader of something, and the best way to bring your reader around to your way of thinking is to give the impression that you totally understand this topic and you know what you are talking about. Let your reader know that you are now an expert on this topic. If you can, use the same "language" as in your first "grabbing" sentence so that the first paragraph and this one seem to "frame" your ideas and make them hold together.\n\nWhen you are writing, remember that you should have smooth transition sentences between your paragraphs that help one idea flow into another and thus make the paper easier to read. Don't know how to make a transition sentence? Check with your English teacher for advice.
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Writing is an art, and as any art must be practiced. You can write about anything you find interesting and worthwhile telling about. The best you can do is to combine reading with writing. As you read study the authors style, technique and genre. As you do that try to describe what the story was about, what captivated your attention and think of ways you would change the story to make a different version or perhaps became a character in that story. Possibilities are limited only by your imagination. \n\nIf you must write an essay then first sketch an outline shaping the conflict, beginning, the end and the conclusion. When you do that keep the reader in mind by providing a logical (sequential) development of ideas. The reader likes to be surprised however one does not want to spend much time in figuring out a poorly told story.\n\nWhat ever you do have patience. Sometimes it’s the process and not the results that really matter. \n\nGo and have fun!
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It really depends on what you want to do the report ON, but go for main ideas --> sub-categories --> details, like this: \n\nI. Main Idea 1\n    A. First Subcategory\n          1. Small detail\n          2. Small detail\n    B. Second Subcategory\n          1. Small detail\n          2. Small detail\n          3. Small detail\n\nII. Main Idea 2\n\nRepeat until you've finished your outline. It doesn't matter how many subcategories or details you have - the idea is that it's all organized and all the information is there.
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A ven diagram is a nice touch like ash said.  You can also just draw a vertical line in the middle of a sheet of paper.  On one side, list all the similarities and on the other side, write all the differences.  When writing your paper, you can either start stating the similarities or the differences first. \n\nIf you want to be creative, you can write one similarity and counter that similarity with a difference.  Keep on with that form until the end of your paper.\n\nGood luck
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divide the information into catergories. Make an outline. For example, I'll use what is everyday life:\n\nI.Introduction: how we as people need things\n\nII.The essentials\n   a. water\n    b. food\n    c. shelter\n\nIII. Social Life\n    a. friends\n    b. cell phone\n    c. internet\n\n\n& you get the idea. hope I've helped.\n\n\nfor categories, look at the main ideas and go from there
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I have been teaching for 33 years.  I give out outlines for students to take notes on.  If a student is absent, I have been known to give my notes.  My goal is that students learn what I think is important.  Every teacher probably has a different take on this question.
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The first step is to decide what your subject is about. Then you need to determine your purpose and audience. Your purpose may be writing to inform, persuade, compare and contrast, entertain, etc. When you decided your purpose, you then tailor it to your audience. These are two very important aspects for writing. They help to govern what will and will not be included in your essay. \n\nThe next step is to pre-write. I like doing two or three different kinds, depending on what I'm doing. Brainstorm for ideas, list, create a venn diagram, develop an outline (usually a later step, to help organize), develop a web diagram, talk into a tape recorder. Do what ever you need to start your paper. \n\nThe Second pre-writing stage, should be some sort of organization. You do not have to stay to this organization. Instead its used to guide you as you write your paper.\n\nThird, start drafting. Don't worry about mistakes. Those will be taken care of later. Jut get your thoughts down. My suggestions is to write on paper, every other line (this helps with revisions), unless you absoulutley cannot write without the computer. There is no one area you have to start with. You can start with the body paragraphs, and then join them later with the intro and conclusion, or you can start with the intro, and work your way down. As you write your paper, remeber you need to support it well. Think of it as an elephant. If an elephant has 0-2 legs, it will not stand. Three legs will allow it remain standing, but will still be a little wobley. However, four legs gives it perfect balance. \n\nDo not put in to much information, as your paragraphs may be come crowded with details. Instead, if it looks like you may have seval ideas that branch off and flow, then you might have several paragraphs in one. \n\nThe fourth step is to revise. This does not include grammatical, punctuation, or spelling. Those will be taken care of at a later time. Instead, concentrate on the major issues. There is a good acronym to help you remember what to do here: ARMS-Add, Remove, Move, or Start all over. Look at your paper and decide if you need to add information, remove it, move sentences to another location, or if you need to start all over again. Do not be afraid to start all over. Sometimes, are first efforts do not do the job. So instead, we need to rewrite. If you wrote it out on every other line, you will be able to add your revisions in the spaces not written. Make sure to use a different colored ink or pencil, to help you find the changes. Also, use highlighters, to color code your changes, if your a very visual person. If possible, have others make comments over your paper. \n\nThe final step is to edit. Once you have rewritten your paper, you need to then start looking for the minor mistakes, that prevent your paper from flowing smoothly. If you want, you can type it on the computer. There are many programs that will help with editting, if you are not sure about what to correct.  \n\nGood luck
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Think of it as a movie review.  You are detailing, in short, what the story/article/program was about.  \n\nJust as in any other type of writing, make sure you have a beginning, middle and end in your synopsis.
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First you need to research your topic, then you need to outline your gathered information. Usually a paragraph will have a topic sentence, three body sentences supporting your topic and a transition sentence. You can use that format until you're done with your essay. Happy writing, you lucky dog!!!!
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The same way you grade outlines for papers.