Quick self-quiz
Tap each word to check what it stands for.
When to use it
Use it when analyzing a text or planning a piece of writing to make sure all the essential information is present.
Example
Reading a news article, ask Who did it, What happened, When and Where it occurred, Why it matters, and How it unfolded to build a complete picture.
Common mistake
Stopping at the five Ws and forgetting How. How often explains the mechanism or method, which the five Ws alone do not cover.
