Writing an Essay in History
Why was the sinking of the Titanic such a memorable
event?
Introduction – (Introduce the reader to the topic)
Main Part – (Give the information that will help to answer the question)
Conclusion – (Give the answer to the question)
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Writing an Essay in History
Why was the sinking of the Titanic such a memorable
event?
Introduction – (Introduce the reader to the topic)
What was the Titanic?
What happened to it?
Main Part – (Give the information that will help to answer the question)
Construction and Layout
Passengers
Events of 15-04-1912
Rescue
Changes to Maritime Law
Conclusion – (Give the answer to the question)
The evidence above shows that the sinking of the Titanic was a memorable event because..
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