Example of a Formal Sentence Outline
The sentence outline is done in full sentences and is normally used when the paper focuses on complex details. The sentence outline is especially useful for complex details because the sentences are filled with points and examples. A sentence outline also allows the student to include details in the sentences instead of having to create an outline of many short phrases.
Thesis: Writers need to be efficient.
I. Writers need time to plan.
A. Writers need time to plan to meet the audience's needs.
B. Writers need time to plan a viable thesis.
C. Writers need time to plan good support.
D. Writers need time to plan adequate evidence.
II. Writers need time to compose.
A. Writers need time to compose thus reducing stress.
B. Writers need time to compose thus regaining spontenaity.
III. Writers need time to polish.
A. Writers need time to edit for habitual errors.
B. Writers need time to edit for clarity.
C. Writers need time to edit for fluency.