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Final Outline: First Paragraph

Review the following outline of what will become the first paragraph. Notice how the various parts of the outline function to create unity.

A similar plan of organization should be developed for all the paragraphs which constitute the body of the composition.

THESIS: The managerial form of government needs to be abolished in Middlesex County.

1. The form of government is antiquated. (WHY?)
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2. The managerial form of government is not responsive to the needs of the people.
3. The expense of maintaining this form of government is excessive.
4. This type of government does not represent all areas of the county.

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