Why did William win the Battle of Hastings?
Use this writing frame to help you write your essay.
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(Introduction – Write a few sentences about the battle – when, where, who and what happened.)
Para 1:
POINT: One of the reasons why William won was because he was well prepared.
EVIDENCE: Give 3 or more reasons why William was well prepared for the battle
EXPLAIN: Why would this help him to win?
LINK: Write a sentence which shows how this point can link to others
Para 2:
Another reason why he won was that he was a brave and skilful leader.
Give 3 or more reasons why he was brave and skilful
Why would this help him to win?
Write a sentence which shows how this point can link to others
Para 3:
The final reason was that William was luckier than Harold.
Give 3 or more reasons why he was lucky
Why would this help him to win?
Write a sentence which shows how this point can link to others
Conclusion
Overall the most important reasons why William won were ……….
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