English command terms

Break down in order to bring out essential elements or structure

Give judgement based on given statement or result of a calculation

Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Give an account of the similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

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.

Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue

Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.

Undertake a systematic process of discovery

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

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