(A) Begin with an introduction to the research question!
 * "The aim of the essay is to investigate..."
 * "To what extent is it fair to say that...?"
 * "It is important to study this (these) question(s) because..."
 * Give an ARGUMENT on the question!
 (B) Make analysis!
 * Introduce evidence on the argument and discuss about the evidence
 * Give different points of views; make interpretations
 * "On the other hand,...", "However,...", "Moreover,..."
 * Use KEY CONCEPTS of History!
 (C) Introduce the conclusion(s) of your analysis!
 * "As a conclusion..."
 * Answer the question(s)
 * Put things in the wider context; introduce effects in the long run (vs short run)