English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

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Background information

   •   Make mention of having attended or experienced some events/incidents like that

       nature.

   •   Shift attention to the brief background, meaning, history, and content.

   •   Shift attention to the parts or processes of the description.

Example

I have witnessed several car accidents in my life. Car accidents occur either with two cars

colliding or a car veering off its path on the road, and more. They result in death, injury, and

many damages. The car accident that occurs at the Asempanaye near Asaman was the most

fearful event I have witnessed in my life.

Date/time/place

The date and time of the event or the incident, together with the place where the event or the

incident took place, are vital when it comes to narration.

Example

I have witnessed several car accidents in my life. Car accidents occur either with two cars

colliding or a car veering off its path on the road, and more. They result in death, injury, and

many damages. The car accident that occurred at Asempanaye near Asaman was the most

fearful event I have witnessed in my life. The car accident occurred on the 25th of June,

2009, at exactly 1.00pm.

A fight between two people

Most people fight for various reasons. Some precisely fight for superiority, avengement, and

many more. Kwaku Aboso was a strong-built man in stature. He is mostly feared by all in the

community due to his troublesome character. Kwasi Ampa, on the other hand, was a calm,

gentle, slim man who is respected in the entire community. In fact, he had never fought in