Todd is reluctant to join the Dead Poets' Society because he doesn't like reading aloud. He doesn't feel comfortable doing that which is why he is hesitant to join the club. However, Neil helps him by telling him he should just come and join them, and he doesn't have to read until he is ready to do so.
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Finger counting in my country usually starts with the index finger, then it goes down to the middle for two, ring for three, pinky for four, thumb for five. Sometimes it starts with the pinky finger. It's backwards when compared to France, but not very different. Neither makes more sense than the other, however it seems to be easier the American way.
writing the rough draft of an essay
The outline is supposed to help you write the rough draft of the essay, not the other way around. When you write the outline, you begin with a working thesis statement. It's called a "working" thesis statement because as you develop your ideas and determine the order of your supporting paragraphs it might need to change. You also need main and subheadings in order to create an outline as these are the outline. Also, when you're putting information into the outline you're matching like ideas and evidence together. An outline is used to help you organize your thoughts and ideas so that you can easily write the rough draft in a logical sequence. It can also help you see where your supporting evidence is lacking or your ideas are not valid before spending all the time on an essay that needs to have a major rethinking.