This term literally means to determine the “value" of something, to discover how good or bad something is.
What is Evaluate?
100
In a writing prompt, this usually does not mean to draw pictures. Instead, it means to give examples.
What is Illustrate?
200
You write a sentence that tells your opinion on a topic.
What is a thesis/claim?
200
Help your reader understand the reasoning behind your position by showing the logical development of your thinking.
What is explain?
200
You claim that Obama had a larger crowd at his inauguration. You provide a picture as proof.
What is Evidence?
300
You read the question on the test and underline each of the different parts. This question is called...
What is the prompt?
300
Break the issue or problem into separate parts and discuss, examine, or interpret each part.
What is Analyze?
300
You are writing a paper comparing driving versus taking public transportation. You claim that taking public transportation is better for the environment.
What is Evaluate?
400
You read different articles and use quotes from each of them to support your claim/idea/thesis. These articles are called your...
What is sources?
400
A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
What is Argument?
400
You are presented with an article on recycling. You start to read, underline, and take notes.