MYP Command Terms

Question 1

Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.(To identify parts and relationships, and to interpret information to reach conclusions.)

Answer 1

Analyze

Question 2

Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.

Answer 2

Annotate

Question 3

Use knowledge and understanding in response to a given situation or real circumstances. Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given problem or issue.

Answer 3

Apply

Question 4

Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in working.

Answer 4

Calculate

Question 5

Arrange or order by class or category.

Answer 5

Classify

Question 6

Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation.

Answer 6

Comment

Question 7

Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.

Answer 7

Construct

Question 8

Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity .

Answer 8

Define

Question 9

Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application.

Answer 9

Demonstrate

Question 10

Give a detailed account or picture of a situation, event, pattern or process.

Answer 10

Describe

Question 11

Produce a plan, simulation or model.

Answer 11

Design

Question 12

Obtain the only possible answer.

Answer 12

Determine

Question 13

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.

Answer 13

Discuss

Question 14

Credit sources of information used by referencing (or citing), following one
recognized referencing system. References should be included in the text and also
at the end of the piece of work in a reference list or bibliography.

Answer 14

Document

Question 15

Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler
(straight edge) should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to
scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if appropriate) and joined in a
straight line or smooth curve.

Answer 15

Draw

Question 16

Obtain an approximate value for an unknown quantity.

Answer 16

Estimate

Question 17

Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

Answer 17

Evaluate

Question 18

Give a detailed account including reasons and causes.

Answer 18

Explain

Question 19

Obtain an answer showing relevant stages in the working.

Answer 19

Find

Question 20

Express precisely and systematically the relevant concept(s) or argument(s).

Answer 20

Formulate

Question 21

Provide an answer from a number of possibilities. Recognize and state briefly a
distinguishing fact or feature.

Answer 21

Indentify

Question 22

Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from
given information.

Answer 22

Interpret

Question 23

Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion.

Answer 23

Justify

Question 24

Add title, labels or brief explanation(s) to a diagram or graph.

Answer 24

Label

Question 25

Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.

Answer 25

List

Question 26

Obtain a value for a quantity.

Answer 26

Measure

Question 27

Put ideas and information into a proper or systematic order.

Answer 27

Organize

Question 28

Give a brief account or summary.

Answer 28

Outline

Question 29

Mark the position of points on a diagram.

Answer 29

Plot

Question 30

Offer for display, observation, examination or consideration.

Answer 30

Present

Question 31

Remember or recognize from prior learning experiences.

Answer 31

Recall

Question 32

Choose from a list or group.

Answer 32

Select

Question 33

Give the steps in a calculation or derivation.

Answer 33

Show

Question 34

Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). The sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features.

Answer 34

Sketch

Question 35

Obtain the answer(s) using appropriate methods.

Answer 35

Solve

Question 36

Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.

Answer 36

State

Question 37

Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.

Answer 37

Suggest

Question 38

Abstract a general theme or major point(s).

Answer 38

Summarize

Question 39

Provide evidence that validates the result.

Answer 39

Verify

Question 40

Obtain the answer(s), usually by extracting information. Little or no calculation is required. Working does not need to be shown.

Answer 40

Write down

Question 41

To evolve from one’s own thought or imagination, as a work or an invention

Answer 41

Create

Question 42

Provide a critical review or commentary, especially when dealing with works of art or literature.

Answer 42

Critique

Question 43

Reach a conclusion from the information given.

Answer 43

Deduce

Question 44

Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or relationship.

Answer 44

Derive

Question 45

To improve incrementally, elaborate or expand in detail. Evolve to a more advanced or effective state.

Answer 45

Develop

Question 46

Obtain the derivative of a function

Answer 46

Differentiate

Question 47

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.

Answer 47

Discuss

Question 48

Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items

Answer 48

Distinguish

Question 49

Undertake a systematic process of discovery.

Answer 49

Explore

Question 50

Use the preceding work to obtain the required result.

Answer 50

Hence

Question 51

It is suggested that the preceding work is used, but other methods could also receive credit.

Answer 51

Otherwise

Question 52

Obtain the integral of a function.

Answer 52

Integrate

Question 53

Observe, study, or make a detailed and systematic examination, in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

Answer 53

Investigate

Question 54

Give an expected result of an upcoming action or event.

Answer 54

Predict

Question 55

Give relative importance to, or put in an order of preference.

Answer 55

Prioritize

Question 56

Use a sequence of logical steps to obtain the required result in a formal way.

Answer 56

Prove

Question 57

Obtain the required result (possibly using information given) without the formality of proof. “Show that” questions do not generally require the use of a calculator.

Answer 57

Show that

Question 58

Combine different ideas in order to create new understanding.

Answer 58

Synthesize

Question 59

Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with appropriate evidence and sound argument.

Answer 59

To what extent

Question 60

Follow and record the action of an algorithm.

Answer 60

Trace

Question 61

Apply knowledge or rules to put theory into practice.

Answer 61

Use