AQA A-Level History 25-Mark
Essay Guide
1. How to Write Introductions
Address the question focus: Directly engage with the question and its key terms.
State your argument: Clearly indicate your stance.
Outline your themes/factors: Briefly introduce the 3 main themes or factors that will
structure your essay.
2. Thematic Essays
The question is usually a yes or no format.
Explore the argument in three big ideas/themes.
How to Write Thematic Essay Paragraphs
Paragraph 1:
1. It could be argued that (your main argument) because...
o Provide evidence and explain it.
Essay Guide
1. How to Write Introductions
Address the question focus: Directly engage with the question and its key terms.
State your argument: Clearly indicate your stance.
Outline your themes/factors: Briefly introduce the 3 main themes or factors that will
structure your essay.
2. Thematic Essays
The question is usually a yes or no format.
Explore the argument in three big ideas/themes.
How to Write Thematic Essay Paragraphs
Paragraph 1:
1. It could be argued that (your main argument) because...
o Provide evidence and explain it.
