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From the Classical languages guide...
"Students should be familiar with the following key terms and phrases
used in examination questions, which are to be understood as described
below. Although these terms will be used frequently in examination
questions, other terms may be used to direct students to present an
argument in a specific way."
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Analyse: Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. |
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Comment: Give a judgment based on a given statement or result of a calculation. |
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Compare: Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. |
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Compare and contrast: Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. |
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Contrast: Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. |
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Demonstrate: Make clear by reasoning and evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application. |
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Describe: Give a detailed account. |
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Discuss: Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of arguments, factors or hypotheses. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence. |
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Distinguish: Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items. |
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Evaluate: Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations. |
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Examine: consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue. |
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Explain: Give a detailed account including reasons or causes. |
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Explore: Undertake a systematic process of discovery. |
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Identify: Provide an answer from a number of possibilities. |
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Interpret: Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information. |
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Justify: Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion. |
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List: Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation. |
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Outline: Give a brief account or summary. |
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Present: Offer for display, observation, examination or consideration. |
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Show: Give the steps in a calculation or derivation. |
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