Command Words

Question 1

Identify/state/name

Answer 1

Recall or select one or more pieces of information

Question 2

Define

Answer 2

State the meaning of a term

Question 3

Calculate

Answer 3

Produce a numerical answer, showing relevant working

Question 4

Label

Answer 4

Add a label/labels to a given resource, graphic or image

Question 5

Draw/plot

Answer 5

Create a graphical representation of geographical information

Question 6

Compare

Answer 6

Find the similarities and difference of two elements given in a question. Each response must relate to both elements and must include a statement of their similarity/difference

Question 7

Describe

Answer 7

Give an account of the main characteristics of something or the steps in a process. Statements in the response should be developed but do not need to include a justification or reason

Question 8

Explain

Answer 8

Provide a reasoned explanation of how or why something occurs. An explanation requires a justification/exemplification of a point. Some questions will require the use of annotated diagrams to support the explanation

Question 9

Suggest

Answer 9

Apply understanding to provide a reasoned explanation of how or why something may occur. A suggested explanation required a justification/exemplification of a point

Question 10

Examine

Answer 10

Break something down into individual componentes/processes and say how each one individually contributes to the question’s theme/topic and how the components/processes work together and interrelate

Question 11

Assess

Answer 11

Use evidence to determine the relative significance of something. Give consideration to all factors and identity which are the most important

Question 12

Analyse

Answer 12

Investigate an issue by breaking it down into individual components and making logical, evidence-based connections about the causes and effects or interrelationships between the components

Question 13

Evaluate

Answer 13

Measure the value or success of something and ultimately provide a substantiated judgement/conclusion. Review informations and then bring it together to form a conclusion, drawing on evidence such as strengths, weaknesses, alternative and relevant data

Question 14

Discuss

Answer 14

Explore the strengths and weaknesses of different sides of an issue/question. Investigate the issue by reasoning or argument