Flashcard Set: Biology Cognitive Verbs

Front

Calculate

Back

2 marks

- 1 for showing correct working

- 1 for correct answer

Front

Compare

Back

2-3 marks

- Recognising differences

- Recognising similarities

- Recognise significance

Front

Construct

Back

1-3 marks

- Displaying information

- Marks depend on level of info required

Front

Contrast

Back

2 marks

- Recognising differences

- Recognising significance

Front

Describe

Back

1-2 marks

- Give a detailed account of characteristics or functions

Front

Determine

Back

1 mark

- Come to a resolution

Front

Distinguish

Back

1-2 marks

- Recognise as different

- Note points of difference

Front

Explain

Back

2 marks

- Make an idea clear

- Describing in more detail

Front

Identify

Back

1 mark

- Provide an answer

Front

Interpret

Back

2 marks

Use knowledge to:

- Recognise trends

- Draw conclusions