Writing a Shaping Outline

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Writing a Shaping Outline
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Writing a paper without an outline is like
taking a walk through a strange city without a
map.
The destination might be reached, but only by
chance.
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Creating an Outline

• Question
• What is the purpose or point of your paper?

• Answer
• Judge whether or not a film accurately depicted a
  historical event

• Question
• Who is your audience?

• Answer
• Teacher --- Formal

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Creating an Outline

• Write down main ideas
• What do I need to tell my reader so they get my
  point? (Thesis)

• Two parts to the paper
• Summary
• Hollywood vs. History

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• Introduction Hook and Thesis

• I. Summary What does the reader need to know
  about the movie to get a good idea of its main
  plot points and characters?

• II. Hollywood vs. History Why is it important
• Concrete details Just the facts maam.
• Include quotes and the opinions of others to
  support your work
• Commentary Why it is significant

III. Hollywood vs. History Why is it important
IV. Hollywood vs. History Why is it important
Conclusion
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