Command Words

Question 1

Analyse

Answer 1

Separate information into
components to identify
their characteristics

Question 2

Apply

Answer 2

Put into effect in a
recognised way

Question 3

Argue

Answer 3

Present a reasoned case

Question 4

Calculate

Answer 4

Work out the value of
something

Question 5

Compare

Answer 5

Identify similarities and
differences

Question 6

Complete

Answer 6

Finish a task by adding to
given information

Question 7

Consider

Answer 7

Review and respond to
given information

Question 8

Contrast

Answer 8

Identify differences

Question 9

Define

Answer 9

Specify meaning

Question 10

Describe

Answer 10

Set out characteristics

Question 11

Discuss

Answer 11

Present key points about
different ideas or strengths
and weaknesses of an idea

Question 12

Evaluate

Answer 12

Judge from available
evidence

Question 13

Examine

Answer 13

Investigate closely

Question 14

Explain

Answer 14

Set out purpose or
reasons

Question 15

Give

Answer 15

Produce an answer
from recall

Question 16

How(far)

Answer 16

Work out the correct
answer

Question 17

Identify

Answer 17

Name or otherwise
characterise

Question 18

Justify

Answer 18

Support a case with
evidence

Question 19

Name

Answer 19

Give the correct title or
term

Question 20

Outline

Answer 20

Set out main
characteristics

Question 21

Repeat(the pattern)

Answer 21

Maths specific; repeat a
given pattern

Question 22

State

Answer 22

Express clearly and briefly

Question 23

What(is)

Answer 23

Give the correct
information

Question 24

Which

Answer 24

Select or give the correct
information