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How to create an essay outline

Quiz by Omar Gil

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  • Q1
    What is the first step in creating an essay outline?
    Identifying the main topic and purpose of the essay
    Writing the body paragraphs first
    Editing the essay
    Choosing a title for the essay
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the purpose of creating an essay outline?
    To decrease the word count of the essay
    To organize and structure the essay before writing it
    To add additional content to the essay
    To write the conclusion first
    30s
  • Q3
    What should be included in the introduction of an essay outline?
    The conclusion
    Citations and references
    Background information and a thesis statement
    The main body paragraphs
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the purpose of including subpoints in an essay outline?
    To contradict the main points
    To provide supporting details for the main points
    To include unrelated information
    To repeat the same information from the main points
    30s
  • Q5
    What should be included in the conclusion of an essay outline?
    A summary of the main points and a final thought or call to action
    Personal opinions
    Detailed explanations of the subpoints
    New information and ideas
    30s
  • Q6
    How many levels of subpoints should an essay outline ideally have?
    4
    1
    3
    2
    30s
  • Q7
    What format should be used for an essay outline?
    A bulleted list
    A narrative format
    A table or chart format
    A hierarchical format using Roman numerals, letters, and numbers
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the purpose of reviewing and revising an essay outline?
    To change the main topic of the essay
    To increase the word count of the essay
    To ensure clarity, coherence, and logical flow in the essay
    To add personal opinions only
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the purpose of creating a thesis statement in an essay outline?
    To provide a clear and concise summary of the main purpose or argument of the essay
    To introduce every point in the essay
    To include irrelevant information
    To add personal opinions
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the purpose of including counterarguments in an essay outline?
    To agree with opposing views or arguments
    To add personal anecdotes
    To ignore opposing views or arguments
    To address and refute opposing views or arguments
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the main goal of a thesis statement?
    To guide the reader in understanding the main point of your essay.
    To entertain the reader with a catchy phrase.
    To introduce the topic of the essay.
    To summarize the entire essay.
    30s
  • Q12
    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong thesis statement?
    It is vague and unclear.
    It is specific and focused.
    It is concise and to the point.
    It presents a claim that can be supported with evidence.
    30s
  • Q13
    What should a thesis statement NOT contain?
    Quotes
    Opinions
    Questions
    Facts
    30s
  • Q14
    Which of the following is a good way to start writing a thesis statement?
    Copy and paste a thesis statement from the internet.
    Start with a hook or attention-grabber.
    List all the points you want to make in your essay.
    Identify the main idea or topic of the essay.
    30s
  • Q15
    What is the purpose of refining and revising your initial thesis statement?
    To include as many supporting details as possible.
    To make sure it accurately reflects the content of your essay.
    To make it longer and more complex.
    To change the topic of your essay.
    30s

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