1、References 2001 by Ruth LumanEssay -What is an outline?Before you begin writing the first draft of your essay,it is best to make an outline.An outline is a general plan of what you are going to write.n n n You can compare making an outlinen to drawing plans to build a house.Before one begins to buil
2、d a house,it is best to draw up plans to make sure that a house is built in the way you want.The same is true with writing an essay and making an outline.What are the Benefits of an Outline?The Benefits of an Outline An outline of an essay can be very helpful for two reasons:n An outline will help m
3、ake your essay more organized.A careful plan will help your body paragraphs stay focused on the ideas in your thesis statement.n An outline saves time for writers.Preparing an outline can take time,but when you are finished,you will be able to write the rough draft of your essay more quickly than if
4、 you didnt have an outline.n An outline will help make your essay more organized.A careful plan will help your body paragraphs stay focused on the ideas in your thesis statement.n An outline saves time for writers.Preparing an outline can take time,but when you are finished,you will be able to write
5、 the rough draft of your essay more quickly than if you didnt have an outline.Essay OutlineI.IntroductionThesis:_II.Body Paragraph#1-Topic Sentence:_A.supporting ideaB.supporting ideaIII.Body Paragraph#2-Topic Sentence:_A.supporting ideaB.supporting ideaIV.Body Paragraph#3-Topic Sentence:_A.supporti
6、ng ideaB.supporting ideaV.ConclusionMaking an OutlineIn a formal outline,Roman numerals canbe used to representparagraphs.Capitalletters can be used torepresent supportingdetails for theparagraphs.Click here to see alist of Roman numerals.Essay OutlineI.IntroductionThesis:_II.Body Paragraph#1-Topic
7、Sentence:_A.supporting ideaB.supporting ideaIII.Body Paragraph#2-Topic Sentence:_A.supporting ideaB.supporting ideaIV.Body Paragraph#3-Topic Sentence:_A.supporting ideaB.supporting ideaV.ConclusionI=XI=II=XII=III=XIII=IV=XIV=V=XV=VI=VII=VIII=IX=X=Thesis StatementTo begin an outline,you need to start
8、 with your thesisstatement.The thesis statement will be your guidethroughout the process of writing your essay.From thethesis statement,you can begin writing the topic sentencesfor the body paragraphs in the outline.ESSAY OUTLINEThesis StatementTopic Sentence#1Topic Sentence#2Topic Sentence#3Topic S
9、entencesThe topic sentence for each body paragraphshould support the thesis statement.The topicsentences need to agree with the main idea orsubpoints in the thesis statement;otherwise,the essay could be confusing.Thesis Statement A job interview can often make or break your chances of getting your d
10、ream job.There are several things that you can do in an interview to increase the possibility of your success such as dressing properly,answering interview questions thoroughly,and asking good questions at the end of the interview.Topic SentencesTopic Sentence Paragraph#1:The way you dress can have
11、a big impact on an interview panels first impressions of you.Topic Sentence-Paragraph#2:An interview is an opportunity for potential employers to get to know you better,so it is important that you answer each question as completely as possible.Topic Sentence-Paragraph#3:By preparing some thoughtful
12、questions for the end of the interview,you can show the panel that you have prepared for the interview and want the job.Supporting DetailsUnder the topic sentence for each paragraph,list some of the supporting details,examples,or ideas you want to include in each paragraph.II.Body Paragraph#1:Topic
13、Sentence:The way you dress can have a big impact on an interview panels first impressions of you.A.Men and women should consider wearing dark suits.B.Conservative dress will show the interview panel you are serious about what you do.C.Dont carry too many things into the interview.A notebook,pens,and
14、/or laptop computer should be carried in a briefcase.D.Hair and nails should be clean and neat.supporting details,examples,and ideasI.Introduction-Thesis Statement:A job interview can often make or break your chances of getting your dream job.There are several things that you can do in an interview
15、to increase the possibility of your success such as,dressing properly,answering interview questions thoroughly,and asking good questions at the end of the interview.II.Body Paragraph#1:Topic Sentence:The way you dress can have abig impact on an interview panels firstimpressions of you.A.Men and wome
16、n should consider wearing dark suits.B.Conservative dress will show the interview panel you are serious about what you do.C.Dont carry too many things into the interview.A notebook,pens,and/or laptop computer should be carried in a briefcase.D.Hair and nails should be clean and neat.III.Body Paragra
17、ph#2:Topic Sentence:An interview is an opportunitynfor potential employers to get to know younbetter,so it is important that you answer eachnquestion as completely as possible.nA.Ask interviewers to repeat questions you dont understand.nB.Take some time to think about the questions before you answer
18、.nC.A notebook to write down key words in interview questions is sometimes helpful.nIV.Body Paragraph#3:nTopic Sentence:By preparing some thoughtful questions for the end of the interview,you can show the panel that you have prepared for the interview and want the job.nA.Research the job and/or comp
19、any before you go to the interview.nB.The interview is your opportunity to get to know your potential employer.Ask questions about company goals,mission,expectations of employees,etc.nC.Dont ask questions about benefits or salary during the interview.You should try to get this information before you
20、 apply for the job.nConclusion:Dont underestimate the importance of a good interview.1.Listening comprehension:an outline1.The Importance of Keeping a Good Mood The poor husband You cant imagine how difficult it is for me to deal with my wife,the man complained to his friend.She asks me a question,t
21、hen answers it herself,and after that she explained to me for half an hour why her answer is wrong.女：Say“i love you”，say it，come on！say it！男：It！2007年大学英语专业八级听力试题在线收听 nSection An1.politics,economics and warn2.objectiven3.personal emotionsn4.the Biblen5.animal images n6.The Godsn7.decorationn8.practicaln9.Influence/interactionn10.urbanization
