How to Write an Outline-Analyze Characteristics of Nationalism

How to Write an Outline-Analyze Characteristics of Nationalism

The Social Studies-Analyze Characteristics of Nationalism written response consists of the following.

• a visual collection of terms/vocabulary/concepts that are related to nationalism
• your choice of the terms/vocabulary/concepts that are "most important"
• your response (in written essay form), where you explain why the terms/vocabulary/concepts are the "most important" to a question regarding the aspects of nationalism
• supporting evidence: provide and explain your choice of terms/vocabulary/concepts from Social Studies and current/historical events

The Outline for the Analyze Characteristics of Nationalism Written Response

An outline is similar to a plan. You want to ensure you are covering all the required areas of the assignment, as well as organizing your ideas so they flow smoothly from one point to another. An outline is like a list that organizes your arguments about a topic. An outline is usually in point form, not in complete sentences. An outline acts like the foundation of a house, whereas an essay acts like the walls and the roof. Obviously, you need the foundation before you can build the rest of the house.

An outline for the Analyze Characteristics written response can consist of the following elements.

1. Introduction
   
   1. Read and review the terms/vocabulary/concepts in the assignment, and the central question. The central question will usually be written as "Which aspect(s) of ________________ are the most important to....?" or "Which characteristic(s) of ______________ are the most important to...?"
   2. Identify the terms/vocabulary/concepts you believe are the "most important..." and generally explain why they are the "most important".

2. Body: Each term/vocabulary/concept is one paragraph.
   
   1. First term/vocabulary/concept
      
      1. Define and explain the term/vocabulary/concept based on the question. Why is the term/vocabulary/concept most important?
      2. Provide and explain an example of the term/vocabulary/concept and its importance
      3. What is the impact or result of the term/vocabulary/concept being the most important? Who/what is impacted, and why?
   2. Second term/vocabulary/concept
      
      1. Define and explain the term/vocabulary/concept based on the question. Why is the term/vocabulary/concept most important?
      2. Provide and explain an example of the term/vocabulary/concept and its importance
      3. What is the impact or result of the term/vocabulary/concept being the most important? Who/what is impacted, and why?
   3. Third term/vocabulary/concept (optional-you should try and choose at least two)
      
      1. Define and explain the term/vocabulary/concept based on the question. Why is the term/vocabulary/concept most important?
      2. Provide and explain an example of the term/vocabulary/concept and its importance
      3. What is the impact or result of the term/vocabulary/concept being the most important? Who/what is impacted, and why?

3. Final Paragraph
   
   1. Restate and explain your position on the central question. Why is your position important to consider?
   2. Explain why these terms and the question are important to consider for the future. What could be possible impacts or results to consider?
   3. Make a concluding statement on your position. Do not bring in any new ideas, but give the reader a reason to keep thinking.