wayground logo

Free Printable Worksheets

NEW

Font size

S
M
L
XL
Worksheets

TYPES OF OUTLINES

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the purpose of an outline?

a)

To eliminate the need for writing

b)

To complicate the writing process

c)

To organize ideas before writing

d)

To confuse the writer

2.

Which type of outline involves writing complete sentences for each main idea, subpoint, and detail?

a)

Topic Outline

b)

Full Sentence Outline

c)

Decimal Outline

d)

Alphanumeric Outline

3.

What does a Decimal Outline use to indicate hierarchy?

a)

Numbers and letters

b)

Decimals

c)

Roman numerals

d)

Whole numbers

4.

Which type of outline is a visual representation of the plot or storyline?

a)

Alphanumeric Outline

b)

Storyboard Outline

c)

Graphic Organizer

d)

Decimal Outline

5.

What is the purpose of a Graphic Organizer?

a)

To confuse students

b)

To organize thoughts visually

c)

To discourage creativity

d)

To complicate brainstorming

6.

Which type of outline uses words or short phrases to outline main ideas and details?

a)

Decimal Outline

b)

Alphanumeric Outline

c)

Full Sentence Outline

d)

Topic Outline

7.

What is the main function of an outline in writing?

a)

To discourage writing

b)

To limit creativity

c)

To guide the writer on what to include and how to organize their thoughts

d)

To make the writing process longer

8.

Which type of outline divides the narrative into key scenes or events?

a)

Decimal Outline

b)

Alphanumeric Outline

c)

Storyboard Outline

d)

Graphic Organizer

9.

What is the purpose of a Topic Outline?

a)

To confuse the reader

b)

To organize main ideas and details

c)

To limit the writer's creativity

d)

To avoid writing

10.

Which type of outline uses a combination of numbers and letters to organize main ideas and supporting details?

a)

Topic Outline

b)

Alphanumeric Outline

c)

Decimal Outline

d)

Full Sentence Outline