Narrative Essay Outline Template (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

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Clustering –

main topic is in the middle circle, all related associations are linked to

the main topic

(See illustration 3)

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Outline –

framework of an essay, which includes main points, followed by the breakdown

into sub-points

(See illustration 4)

Below are visual illustrations of these brainstorming methods. When using them, simply rely on what you already

know on the topic – facts, opinions, emotions, and/or concerns.

Subject Tree

List

Smoking

Summer

Winter

Hot

Cold

Beach

Uncomfortable

Disease

Addiction

Little clothes

Short days

Long days

Hypothermia

Costs

Hurts family Costs

Bad example

Lazy

Skiing

Sun radiation

Layers of clothes

Illustration 1

Illustration 2

Cluster

Outline

Introduction

Dangerous

1. What is depression

2. Thesis – Depression is a complex condition

as evident in its causes/symptoms/treatments

II. Body

Drunk

1. Causes of depression

driving

2. Symptoms of depression

3. Treatments of depression

Costly

Changes

III. Conclusion

lives

1. Why is studying depression important

2. Reiterate causes/symptoms/treatments

3. Consequences of depression

Illustration 3

Illustration 4

This is not the time for evaluating your ideas; instead, it is the time for an outpour of ideas on all background

knowledge you have on the topic. Once your thoughts are on paper, you can start organizing them by grouping

ideas and identifying areas where more information is required.

Step 2: Researching your Topic

Narrative essays are unique in that research is conducted within the scope of your personal life and experiences.

This means that research may consist of utilizing personal artifacts, memorabilia, anecdotes, and conversations.

NOTE: The two steps – organization of thoughts and research of the topic – interrelate. In other words,

organizing your thoughts may identify gaps in your knowledge, which may lead you to conduct necessary

research. However, once you conduct research, you should re-organize your thoughts to evaluate the clarity of

the topic.

Step 3: Developing a Thesis Statement

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