Command Words

What is the definition of COMPARE

• Give reasons to show why and how a geographical process, factor, feature or trend occurs; similar to explain.

• Make a judgement of value, purpose, outcomes, results or size. E.g. form an objective opinion or conclusion based on the evidence presented.

• Describe the similarities and differences between two variables.

• Indicate the main characteristics of a geographical feature, process or factor.

What is the definition of DESCRIBE

• Determine a result from given data or information.

• Provide the characteristics of a geographical feature, factor or process.

• Provide a word or term used to identify/name an object, person, thing, place etc.

• Provide the meaning of a geographical term or phrase. Provide an example to support.

What is the definition of ACCOUNT

• Describe the similarities and differences between two variables.

• Give reasons to show why and how a geographical process, factor, feature or trend occurs; similar to explain.

• Make reference to and expand upon.

• Indicate the main characteristics of a geographical feature, process or factor.

What is the definition of EVALUATE

• Make a judgement or conclusion based on the evidence available.

• Give reasons to show why and how a geographical process, factor, feature or trend occurs; similar to explain.

• Determine a result from given data or information.

• Make reference to and expand upon.

What is the definition of CALCULATE

• Give reasons to show why and how a geographical process, factor, feature or trend occurs; similar to explain.
• Provide the meaning of a geographical term or phrase.
• Determine a result from given data or information.
• To write about a topic in detail. To examine issues/topics and provide reasons (arguments) for and/or against.

What is the definition of ANALYSE

• Study source material (e.g. graphs, tables, maps) to identify patterns, trends and relationships between variables.

• To write about a topic in detail. To examine issues/topics and provide reasons (arguments) for and/or against.

• Make reference to and expand upon.

• Make a judgement or conclusion based on the evidence available.

What is the definition of EXPLAIN

• Make a judgement or conclusion based on the evidence available.

• Determine a result from given data or information.

• Give reasons to show why and how a geographical process, factor, feature or trend occurs; similar to explain.

• To provide reasons (causes) why and/or how. I.e. Identify the causes of an issue; similar to account.

What is the definition of OUTLINE

• Make reference to and expand upon.

• Indicate the main characteristics of a geographical feature, process or factor.

• Make a judgement or conclusion based on the evidence available.

• To study/inquire into a topic in detail.

What is the definition of CONTRAST

• Describe the differences between two variables.
• Determine a result from given data or information.
• Provide the meaning of a geographical term or phrase.
• Give reasons to show why and how a geographical process, factor, feature or trend occurs; similar to explain.

What is the definition of ASSESS

• To write about a topic in detail. To examine issues/topics and provide reasons (arguments) for and/or against.

• Make a judgement or conclusion based on the evidence available.

• Make a judgement of value, purpose, outcomes, results or size.

• Draw meaning from or reach a conclusion based on evidence (i.e. figures, maps or graphs).