Command Terms

Question 1

define

Answer 1

precise meaning

Question 2

draw

Answer 2

label & draw diagram / graph with pencil
*rule for straight edges
*to scale
*plotted points joined in smooth curve

Question 3

label

Answer 3

label diagram

Question 4

list

Answer 4

sequence of brief answers
*no explanation

Question 5

measure

Answer 5

a number

Question 6

state

Answer 6

specific brief answer
*no explanation / calculation

Question 7

annotate

Answer 7

brief notes to diagram / graph

Question 8

calculate

Answer 8

numerical answer with calculations

Question 9

describe

Answer 9

detailed account

Question 10

distinguish

Answer 10

differences between objects

Question 11

estimate

Answer 11

approximate number

Question 12

identify

Answer 12

answer

Question 13

outline

Answer 13

summary

Question 14

analyze

Answer 14

essential elements / structure

Question 15

comment

Answer 15

judgement

Question 16

compare

Answer 16

similarities only

Question 17

compare and contrast

Answer 17

similarities and differences

Question 18

construct

Answer 18

diagram / logical form

Question 19

deduce

Answer 19

reach a conclusion

Question 20

design

Answer 20

plan, simulation, model

Question 21

determine

Answer 21

there’s only 1 answer

Question 22

discuss

Answer 22

balanced & nuanced review with range of factors
*supported with evidence

Question 23

evaluate

Answer 23

strengths & limitations

Question 24

explain

Answer 24

detailed account with reasons

Question 25

predict

Answer 25

expected result

Question 26

sketch

Answer 26

labeled diagram / graph with the general trend

Question 27

suggest

Answer 27

solution, hypothesis, or possible answer