Task Words

Question 1

Identify

Answer 1

List or name something

Question 2

Select

Answer 2

Choose one in preference to another

Question 3

Illustrate

Answer 3

Provide an example to support your statement or comment

Question 4

Outline

Answer 4

Brief overview

Question 5

Interpret

Answer 5

Explain something and make it’s meaning clear

Question 6

Define

Answer 6

Provide meaning (without using the term itself)

Question 7

Describe

Answer 7

Key features in some detail

Question 8

Explain

Answer 8

Key features in more detail

Question 9

Apply

Answer 9

Show how a theory/concept could be used/linked to case study or practical example

Question 10

Propose/recommend/suggest

Answer 10

Suggest/make a choice or put forward and appropriate idea/theory that would benefit a situation

Question 11

Justify/provide reasons

Answer 11

Defend your opinion/explain why

Question 12

Distinguish

Answer 12

Show difference (definition, whereas, definition)

Question 13

Consider

Answer 13

Reflect on different aspects before making a decision about an idea/concept. Argue both sides, introduce any pos/neg elements

Question 14

Establish criteria

Answer 14

Determine the way you would evaluate the success or outcome of an action

Question 15

Discuss

Answer 15

Advantages/disadvantages

Question 16

Analyse

Answer 16

Explore a concept in detail or weighing up strengths/ weaknesses or costs/benefits of concepts

Question 17

Evaluate

Answer 17

Determine the value/worth of an idea/concept/theory/product (give your opinion) taking into account positive and negative aspects

Question 18

Compare

Answer 18

Similarities/Differences

Question 19

Examine

Answer 19

Explain a theory/concept in detail and argue it’s suitability or lack of suitability for the situation