Question

* What are the 5 components of an outline? List them below.

Answer 1

Answer:

• Parallesism
• Coordination
• Subordination
• Division

Explanation:

1. Parallelism

Each heading and subheading should preserve parallel structure. If the first heading is a verb, the second heading should be a verb.

Example:

I. CHOOSE DESIRED COLLEGES

II. PREPARE APPLICATION

("Choose" and "Prepare" are both verbs. The present tense of the verb is usually the preferred

form for an outline.)

2. Coordination

All the information contained in Heading 1 should have the same significance as the information contained in Heading 2. The same goes for the subheadings (which should be less significant than the headings).

Example:

I. VISIT AND EVALUATE COLLEGE CAMPUSES

II. VISIT AND EVALUATE COLLEGE WEBSITES

A. Note important statistics

B. Look for interesting classes

3. Subordination

The information in the headings should be more general, while the information in the subheadings should be more specific.

Example:

I. DESCRIBE AN INFLUENTIAL PERSON IN YOUR LIFE

A. Favorite high school teacher

B. Grandparent

(A favorite teacher and grandparent are specific examples from the generalized category of influential people in your life.)

4. Division

Each heading should be divided into 2 or more parts.

Example:

I. COMPILE RÉ SUMÉ

A. List relevant coursework

B. List work experience

C. List volunteer experience

(The heading "Compile Résumé" is divided into 3 parts.)