Command Terms

Question 1

Compare

Answer 1

An account of the similarities of two situations with reference to both throughout.

Question 2

Compare and contrast

Answer 2

An account of the similarities and differences of two situations with reference to both throughout.

Question 3

Contrast

Answer 3

An account of the differences of two situations with reference to both throughout.

Question 4

Define

Answer 4

Precise meaning

Question 5

Describe

Answer 5

Give a detailed account

Question 6

Discuss

Answer 6

Considered and balanced review, range of arguments. Opinions/ concussions presented clearly and supported by evidence.

Question 7

Distinguish

Answer 7

Make clear the differences

Question 8

Evaluate

Answer 8

An appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations

Question 9

Examine

Answer 9

A detailed account, including reasons or causes

Question 10

Identify

Answer 10

Provide an answer from a number of possibilities

Question 11

Justify

Answer 11

Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion

Question 12

To what extent

Answer 12

Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions presented clearly and supported by evidence and sound argument.

Question 13

Analyse

Answer 13

Break down into essential elements or structure.