MYP Command terms

Question 1

Annotate

Answer 1

Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.

Question 2

Apply

Answer 2

Use knowledge and understanding in response to a given situation or real circumstances. Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in
relation to a given problem or issue. (See also “Use”.)

Question 3

Calculate

Answer 3

Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working.

Question 4

Classify

Answer 4

Arrange or order by class or category.

Question 5

Comment

Answer 5

Give a judgment based on a given statement or result of a calculation.

Question 6

Compare

Answer 6

Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Question 7

Compare and contrast

Answer 7

Give an account of the similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Question 8

Construct

Answer 8

Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.

Question 9

Contrast

Answer 9

Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Question 10

Create

Answer 10

To evolve from one’s own thought or imagination, as a work or an invention.

Question 11

Critique*

Answer 11

Provide a critical review or commentary, especially when dealing with works of art or literature. (See also “Evaluate”.)

Question 12

Deduce

Answer 12

Reach a conclusion from the information given.

Question 13

Define

Answer 13

Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.