Exam "Command Words"

Question 0

Describe

Answer 0

• Just write what you see.
• Normally used when describing photos or graphs
• DO NOT explain!

Question 1

Compare

Answer 1

• Write what is different and similar between two bits of information.
• Use words like WHEREAS or BUT

Question 2

Explain/give reasons

Answer 2

-Saying WHY something you have already described is happening.
-Use BECAUSE
(-Sometimes 2 marks are awarded: with this you need to explain the affect of the thing too. - Use words like SO)

Question 3

Justify

Answer 3

• Normally occurs on problem-solving questions

- explain why you have chosen this and why it is better than other options available

Question 4

Measure

Answer 4

• Usually on a map or graph

- Don’t just guess! Have a ruler handy or use the scale provided

Question 5

Suggest

Answer 5

-Similar to explain

However you need to show a proper understanding of the question asked

Question 6

What is meat by?

Answer 6

• Asked to give a definition of a geographical term

- Don’t just give an example!