Answer: All of the above
An outline is a general description of the path you will follow when writing. Although an outline might not contain all the details you will include in your writing, it is still an important tool. In order to use an outline, first you have to establish the purpose of your writing. Once your purpose is clear, try to brainstorm a topic in order to find out what you know about it and what you need to research. Using a graphic organizer can be useful in order to see the connections between ideas more clearly.
