Command words

Question 1

Assess

Answer 1

Weigh up whether a statement is true.

Question 2

Calculate

Answer 2

Mathematically work out the value of something.

Question 3

Compare

Answer 3

Describe the similarities and differences of something.

Question 4

Describe

Answer 4

Set out the characteristics.

Question 5

Discuss

Answer 5

Bring forward the important points of or set out both sides of an argument/issue/element of content, for and against.

Question 6

Evaluate

Answer 6

Give your verdict after providing evidence which both agrees with and contradicts an argument.

Question 7

Examine

Answer 7

Look in close detail and establish the key facts and important issues.

Question 8

Explain

Answer 8

Set out the causes of something and/or the factors which influence it.

Question 9

Suggest

Answer 9

Offer an opinion for a particular course of action on an event or issue.