task words

Question 1

state/list/identify

Answer 1

give the necessary information only, no need to elaborate

Question 2

define

Answer 2

rewrite in a complete sentence and include an example, needs to be more than just one sentence

Question 3

explain/describe

Answer 3

making a concept clear in your own words, remember to define key terms in the response

Question 4

distinguish/contrast

Answer 4

highlight the difference between two similar terms/ concepts DEF - DEF - DIFFx2

Question 5

compare

Answer 5

highlighting both the similarities and differences between concepts DEF - DEF - SIMx2 - DIFFx2

Question 6

discuss

Answer 6

one strength, then one weakness, if lacking detail go to two strengths and two weaknesses alternating

Question 7

analyse

Answer 7

show the relationship between two concepts - how does one concept impact on anotehr concept

Question 8

evaluate

Answer 8

one strength, then another strength then go into two weaknesses. Must give a conclusion

Question 9

justify

Answer 9

DEF - ADVx2 - CONC

Question 10

apply

Answer 10

opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of a concept by relating it to material. May be used to link theories to case studies or practical examples. Ask the question: what happens next?