MYP Command Terms

Which command term means "Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. To identify parts and relationships, and to interpret information to reach conclusions."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which command term means "Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form."

• Analyse
• Construct
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which command term means "Produce a plan, simulation or model."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Design

Which command term means "Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Define

Which command term means "Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion."

• Justify
• List
• Outline
• Present

Which command term means "Prove or make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application."

• Analyse
• Create
• Demonstrate
• Define

Which command term means "To improve incrementally, elaborate or expand in detail. Evolve to a more advanced or effective state."

• Develop
• Evaluate
• Explain
• Identify

Which command term means "Assess the implications and limitations; make judgments about the ideas, works, solutions or methods in relation to selected criteria.."

• Develop
• Evaluate
• Explain
• Identify

Which command term means "Give a detailed account or picture of a situation, event, pattern or process."

• Analyse
• Describe
• Demonstrate
• Define

Which command term means "Give a detailed account including reasons or causes."

• Develop
• Evaluate
• Explain
• Identify