Template for Writing an explanation:
Use the outline to help you plan your essay. Fill in the right hand column with your
ideas. Remember your essay should have an effective introduction and conclusion.
Question:
Explain why the population of the
world has grown so rapidly, why it
is an issue and ways in which this
could be solved.
Key words in the question:
Introductory sentence:
What are you trying to explain?
How
Who
When
Why
Where
What points do you need to include?
What are the key words, ideas or
information that you will need to use to
answer the question? Decide on examples
to support your ideas/illustrate your point.
How will you sequence your
explanation?
Decide how to order your ideas and
choose some linking words that may be
suitable.
How will you end your explanation? Is
there a general statement that you can
make to sum up your ideas?