THESIS STATEMENT: Complete statement of opinion about topic. I. BACKGROUND: First key point (topic sentence) in complete sentence. In this section, offer context- background facts for your context and/or your topic. Facts only! No arguments in the Background. Make conscious and consistent use of key terms. A. Sub-points must be in complete sentences also. B. C. You may have any number of sub-points, as long as you have at least two. The logic prevails that a key point broken down will have at least two parts. 1I. OPPOSITION: Second key point in complete sentence. In this section, present the arguments of those who oppose your thesis. Note that this section may be minor given some of your topic choices. A. B. etc. III. LINES OF REASONING: Third key point with sub-points as above. In this lengthy section, present and analyze your artifact. A. B. etc. IV. IMPLICATIONS: Fourth key point with sub-points as above. In this section, answer the "So what?" question. Looking forward, why should your readers care about your topic and thesis? Whatever you decide to focus on here will help determine the opposition for Part II. A. B. etc. The introduction and conclusion should not appear in the outline