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WORD DEFINITION/MEANING
Differentiate or State or explain briefly those differences between or among items which can be
Distinguish used to define the items or place them into separate categories.
Discuss Write an extended answer defining key concepts, stating what is, exploring
related concepts and issues, present reasoned arguments for and against, using
detailed examples but not necessarily drawing a conclusion.
Evaluate Weigh evidence and make judgements based on given criteria.
The use of logical supporting reasons for a particular point is more important
than view held; usually both sides of an argument should be considered.
Examine Write an extended answer defining key concepts, stating what is and exploring
related concepts and issues.
Explain Provide statements on what happened, how it happened and why it happened.
Provide elaboration of particular terms, concepts, approaches.
Give/State Provide short, concise statements.
Identify Name specific components or features. Point out, indicate without explanation
or recognise and select.
Interpret Explain the meaning of.
Justify Explain the correctness of/give reasons for the selection of.
Outline Provide main points, or features only without details.
Suggest Offer an explanation deduced from information provided or previous knowledge
and consistent with subject knowledge.
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