outline of my essay

what is it?

outline is a point-form summary of your essay.

a typical outline consists of the following components:

outline can vary depending on the type of writing and personal preferences.

Subpoints and supporting evidence

Body paragraphs

Body paragraphs

Counterarguments (optional)

Introduction

Conclusion

role of outline

Organization: An outline helps you organize your thoughts and ideas in a logical manner.


Clarity and Focus: you can clarify the central theme or argument of your paper.

Efficient Planning: An outline allows you to plan and allocate your time and resources effectively.

outline of my essay

Body paragraphs

  1. the symbol of the fish

Introduction

Mentioning on the injuries and conditions experienced by the old man in this fight.

Mentioning what their fight represents and symbolizes in "The Old Man and the Sea".

Mentioning the size of the fish and the battle between the old and the fish (Hook).

  1. The role of the fish

Demonstrating the power and skills of the old man

the mental strength of the old man

the Old Man's Dream and goal

Motivation

Struggle and Perseverance

Recognition/ Respect

the power of nature

Subpoints and supporting evidence (quotations)

“A man can be destroyed but not defeated. [102]

“I told the boy I was a strange old man,” he said.
“Now is when I must prove it.” [65]

It was difficult in the dark and once the fish made a surge that pulled him down on his face and made a cut below his eye. The blood ran down his cheek a little way. [51]

The old man was dreaming about the lions. [125]

conclusion

Summary of key points

Highlight thesis statement

Recall key topics

Citation

Hemingway, ernest - the old man and the sea - arvindguptatoys. (n.d.). https://www.arvindguptatoys.com/arvindgupta/oldmansea.pdf

Hemingway, Ernest. The old man and the sea. Charlie Shribner & Max Perkins, 1952, p. 51.

Hemingway, Ernest. The old man and the sea. Charlie Shribner & Max Perkins, 1952, p. 65.

Hemingway, Ernest. The old man and the sea. Charlie Shribner & Max Perkins, 1952, p. 102.

Hemingway, Ernest. The old man and the sea. Charlie Shribner & Max Perkins, 1952, p. 125.

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