Command words

Question 1

Analyse

Answer 1

Break down something into its component parts

Question 2

Define

Answer 2

Required to give the meaning of definition of a word/item

Question 3

Describe

Answer 3

Account of something without reasons. Statement in the response need to be linked , for example ‘describe the lever system operating at the elbow’

Question 4

Discuss

Answer 4

Required to explore the issue/situation/problem that is being assessed in the question context, articulating different or contrasting viewpoint for example disadvantages and advantages

Question 5

Explain

Answer 5

Requires a justification/exemplification of a point based on some analysis or evaluation within the response for example the format of the response maybe … fact, because, therefore

Question 6

Evaluate

Answer 6

Review information bringing ot together to form a conclusion based on strength and weakness alternatives relative data. Come to a supported judgement of a subject qualities.

Question 7

Justify

Answer 7

Give reasons for answer this could be a single response to extended writing answer depending on question context. For example ‘ justify the use of interval training to improve.’