What should be included in the introduction to an essay?

An introduction to any history essay that is asking you to asses or evaluate and argument or interpretation should being with your personal standpoint and argument being outlined without using the first person. Also included in the introduction should be a blue print for what is going to be included in the essay, with links to your judgement continually used. Finally it is important to use the wording of the question so that you essay has clarity, a clear direction and link to the question.

HP

Related History A Level answers

All answers ▸

Explain why the Catholic Church was criticised in the early sixteenth century.


Which of the following was of greater importance as a reason for overseas exploration, 1445-1570? (i) Religion (ii) Technological change


Which was of greater significance to the weakening if the authority of the crown? (1786-89) a)The Paris Parlement b) The Tennis Court Oath


How do I write a good introduction for essays?