WorksheetsA level Physics Command Words
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What does the command word "calculate" mean?
A) Estimate a value
B) Write down a formula
C) Obtain a numerical answer, showing relevant working
D) Describe a process
What does the command word "comment" mean?
A) Provide a detailed explanation
B) Give an opinion or make a judgment based on evidence
C) Compare two concepts
D) Define a term
What does the command word "compare" mean?
A) State the differences only
B) State the similarities and differences
C) Define each item separately
D) Predict future outcomes
What does the command word "define" mean?
A) Explain how something works
B) Provide a detailed account
C) Give a precise meaning of a term
D) Identify a concept
What does the command word "describe" mean?
A) Write a formula
B) Provide a detailed account or picture of a situation
C) Analyze data
D) State the advantages
What does the command word "determine" mean?
A) Make a prediction
B) Find a numerical or conceptual answer using a mathematical or logical process
C) Compare two or more items
D) Sketch a graph
What does the command word "explain" mean?
A) Define a term
B) Give a brief outline
C) Provide reasons or causes
D) List advantages and disadvantages
What does the command word "give" mean?
A) Provide a definition
B) Offer a short answer without explanation
C) Write a detailed description
D) Compare two concepts
What does the command word "identify" mean?
A) Define a term
B) Name or select specific information
C) Explain a process
D) Calculate a value
What does the command word "justify" mean?
A) Provide an example
B) Support an answer with evidence or reasoning
C) Describe a process
D) State a fact
What does the command word "predict" mean?
A) Define a future concept
B) Calculate a future value
C) Give an expected result based on information
D) Compare past and future outcomes
What does the command word "show" mean?
A) Prove or demonstrate with steps
B) State a fact
C) Describe a scenario
D) Compare two items
What does the command word "sketch" mean?
A) Draw a detailed diagram
B) Illustrate the main features of a concept
C) Write a brief description
D) Predict outcomes
What does the command word "state" mean?
A) Explain in detail
B) Provide a brief and clear answer
C) Compare two concepts
D) Calculate a value
What does the command word "suggest" mean?
A) Provide a reasoned proposal or hypothesis
B) State a fact
C) Define a term
D) Calculate a solution
