QUIZ FOR OUTLINING

Textbooks and encyclopedias are considered secondary sources.

What should you do after gathering primary and secondary sources?

A diary written by a historical figure is an example of a secondary source.

In a topic outline, how are the ideas presented?

Which of the following is an example of a primary source?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a secondary source?

An outline helps writers organize ideas before writing.

Expanding an outline means adding more details, examples, and evidence.

A topic outline presents ideas in complete sentences.

What is the main purpose of an outline?

Major topics are the main points that support the thesis statement.

The thesis statement is not necessary when creating an outline.

Which of the following is NOT a type of outline?

Supporting details provide additional information to clarify or prove the main idea.

What is the main purpose of using secondary sources?

A government research report is a secondary source.

What is the first step in writing an outline?

What is the final step in expanding an outline?

What is the correct order of bullet formatting in a sentence outline?

In an outline, primary sources provide firsthand information.