Task Words

Question 1

Discuss

Answer 1

2 positives, 2 negatives (advantages vs disadvantages, pros vs cons, etc)

Question 2

Explain

Answer 2

Topic sentence, explanation, evidence (use examples maybe from case study)

Question 3

Compare

Answer 3

Define term 1
Define term 2
Similarity between the 2
Difference between the 2

Question 4

Define

Answer 4

Accurately state or explain the meaning of a term
Term a is …..

Question 5

Justify

Answer 5

Provide reasoning for your choice
1. Your point of view
2. Advantage or weakness of the other alternative

Question 6

Propose

Answer 6

Put forward a suggestion

Question 7

Interpret

Answer 7

Explain the meaning of something

Question 8

Examine

Answer 8

To inspect something thoroughly to determine the nature of the concept

Question 9

Outline

Answer 9

Provide a brief description of the term or topic
1. Topic sentence
2. Explanation
3. Evidence (specific examples)

Question 10

Describe

Answer 10

Provide a detailed account of something, give the facts
1. Topic sentence
2. Explanation
3. Evidence (specific examples)

Question 11

Evaluate

Answer 11

Requires you to weigh up two options. The positives and negatives for both strategies and campaigns. Then provide your own recommendation. (Refer back to the case study)

Question 12

Distinguish

Answer 12

1. Define term A
2. Define term B
3. Difference between A and B

Question 13

Analyse

Answer 13

Identify the main features then examine closely. Provide an opinion, conclusion and a recommendation.
1. Topic sentence
2. Cost (this may be detrimental … as it leads to …)
3. Benefits (a strength of this approach is … as this leads to …)