Unpacking a question

Question 1

Analyse

Answer 1

To examine componet parts in detail in order to gain a greater understanding of the concept

Question 2

Compare

Answer 2

To note differences and similarities between two concepts or ideas

Question 3

Define

Answer 3

To explain the meaning of term

Question 4

Discuss

Answer 4

To examine an idea by commenting on different points of view raised by case study or question

Question 5

Evaluate

Answer 5

To consider strengths and limitations by a particular view and come to a conclusion explaining opinion

Question 6

Identify

Answer 6

To reconise or establish something and say what it is

Question 7

illustrate

Answer 7

Provide an example to explain the point you are making

Question 8

Justify

Answer 8

Provide reason for something and prove it

Question 9

Outline

Answer 9

Give a general description of concept

Question 10

Propose

Answer 10

To put forward a suggestion or argument

Question 11

Content words

Answer 11

what areas of key knowledge need to be addressed in the answer

Question 12

Task words

Answer 12

Tell what the topic or key knowledge point is

Question 13

Limiting words

Answer 13

define the scope and specify what needs to be answered