Exam Tecnique

Question 1

assess

Answer 1

Consider several options and weigh them up so as to come to a conclusion about their validity.

Question 2

Describe

Answer 2

Give an account of a phenomenon which may be a pattern , a distribution or a process

Question 3

Discuss

Answer 3

Set out both sides of an argument, and come to a conclusion related to the content.
There should be some evidence on balance, though not necessarily of equal weighting

Question 4

Evaluate

Answer 4

Consider several options and come to a conclusion about their importance

Question 5

Examine

Answer 5

Consider carefully and provide a detailed account of the indicated topic

Question 6

Explain

Answer 6

Set out the causes of a phenomenion and or the factors hwich influence it’s form/nature.
This usually requires an understanding of processes.

Question 7

Justify

Answer 7

Give reasons for the validity of a view
This might involve discussing and discounting alternative views or actions

Question 8

Outline

Answer 8

Provide a brief account of relevant information

Question 9

To what extent

Answer 9

Form and express a view as to the merit of a statement after examining the evidence and/or different sides of an argument