What words mean in tests

Question 1

Balance

Answer 1

students need to balance a chemical equation

Question 2

calculate

Answer 2

students should use numbers given in the question to work out the answer

Question 3

choose

Answer 3

select from a range of alternatives

Question 4

compare

Answer 4

this requires the student to describe the similarities and/or differences between things, not just write about one

Question 5

Complete

Answer 5

Answers should be written in the space provided, for example, on a diagram, in spaces in a sentence or in a table

Question 6

define

Answer 6

specify the meaning of something

Question 7

describe

Answer 7

Students may be asked to recall some facts, events or process in an accurate way

Question 8

design

Answer 8

set out how something will be done

Question 9

determine

Answer 9

use data or information to obtain and answer

Question 10

draw

Answer 10

to produce or add to a diagram

Question 11

estimate

Answer 11

assign an approximate value

Question 12

evaluate

Answer 12

students should use the information supplied, as well as their knowledge and understanding, to consider evidence for and against when
making a judgement