Command Terms

Give a numerical answer, showing working

• Identify 
• Describe
• Define
• Calculate

Clear and precise meaning of a term or concept

• Calculate
• Define
• Describe
• Identify 

Report facts in detail

• Calculate
• Define
• Describe
• Identify 

Give a brief account or summary

• Outline
• Analyse
• State
• Compare

Break down an argument to it's significant or important elements

• Identify 
• Analyse
• Compare
• Construct

Show similarities between items, referring clearly to each one

• Analyse
• Compare
• Construct
• Distinguish / Contrast

Show information in a diagram or logic form

• Compare
• Construct
• Distinguish / Contrast
• Explain

Show differences between items, referring clearly to each one

• Analyse
• Compare
• Construct
• Distinguish / Contrast

Describe in detail, with reasons or causes

• Compare
• Construct
• Distinguish / Contrast
• Explain

Offer a balanced view of a range of arguments. Support opinions with evidence.

• Discuss
• Evaluate
• Formulate
• Justify