26 October 2006

Analysing an essay question

Exercise 24 (pp 271-282) from A Learning Companion (Marshall, 2006)

Important because:

  • helps with research and forming initial thesis

  • helps ensure you answer the question


Developing and analysing a question:

  • what is the question about

  • what do I already know about the question

  • what might my thesis or theme be

  • how much breadth or depth can this essay have

  • what are the possible main points

  • how might I structure my answer to the question

  • what role might my personal opinions play in this assignment

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