Command Words!

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When a question asks you to Define, you should:

• A) Compare it with something else.
• B) State its meaning.
• C) Discuss it in detail.
• D) Apply it to a given scenario. 

Answer: B) State its meaning.

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What does the command word Describe ask you to do?

• A) Provide a list.
• B) Give an account in words.
• C) Explain reasons for something.
• D) State its significance. 

Answer: B) Give an account in words.

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If you are asked to Explain, you should:

• A) Draw a diagram.
• B) State its meaning.
• C) Set out the causes of a given event.
• D) List out in points. 

Answer: C) Set out the causes of a given event.

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The command word State typically requires you to:

• A) Provide an in-depth discussion.
• B) Give reasons for something.
• C) Present a detailed analysis.
• D) Express in clear terms.

Answer: D) Express in clear terms

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When asked to List, you are expected to:

• A) Give a series of brief points.
• B) Provide a detailed discussion.
• C) Compare and contrast.
• D) Draw a diagram. 

Answer: A) Give a series of brief points.

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The command word Summarize asks you to:

• A) Discuss in detail.
• B) State its significance.
• C) Give a brief statement of the main points.
• D) Deduce implications. 

Answer: C) Give a brief statement of the main points.

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If you are required to Compare, you should:

• A) List out in points.
• B) Show similarities and differences.
• C) Define in detail.
• D) Sketch a diagram. 

Answer: B) Show similarities and differences.

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Contrast expects you to:

• A) Show only similarities.
• B) Discuss in depth.
• C) Show only differences.
• D) Define the terms. 

Answer: C) Show only differences.

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If you are directed to Discuss, you should:

• A) Simply state the fact.
• B) Consider different aspects of a topic.
• C) Give a brief overview.
• D) Show only differences. 

Answer: B) Consider different aspects of a topic.

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1. The command word Suggest typically means:

• A) Present known facts.
• B) Propose a solution or idea.
• C) Summarize the given information.
• D) Identify key themes. 

Answer: B) Propose a solution or idea.

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When you are asked to Calculate, you should:

• A) Provide an estimate.
• B) Make a guess based on given data.
• C) Work out from given facts, figures, or information.
• D) Discuss the possible answers. 

Answer: C) Work out from given facts, figures, or information.

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What does the command word Identify ask you to do?

• A) Give a detailed explanation.
• B) Recognize and name.
• C) Compare it with something else.
• D) Suggest a possible solution. 

Answer: B) Recognize and name.

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When directed to Evaluate, you should:

• A) Simply list out the facts.
• B) Make a judgment based on criteria.
• C) Define the given terms.
• D) Recognize and name. 

Answer: B) Make a judgment based on criteria.

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The command word Justify typically means:

• A) Give a brief overview.
• B) Recognize and name.
• C) Show only differences.
• D) Support a decision or course of action with reasons. 

Answer: D) Support a decision or course of action with reasons.

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When prompted to Deduce, you are expected to:

• A) Provide a detailed explanation.
• B) Draw a conclusion from known information.
• C) State its meaning.
• D) Propose a solution or idea. 

Answer: B) Draw a conclusion from known information.

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The term Demonstrate in a question asks you to:

• A) List out in points.
• B) Provide an estimate.
• C) Show by example.
• D) State its significance. 

Answer: C) Show by example.

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If you are required to Outline, you should:

• A) Provide a detailed explanation.
• B) Draw a diagram.
• C) Give a brief account or summary.
• D) Make a judgment based on criteria. 

Answer: C) Give a brief account or summary.

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The command word Apply means:

• A) Recognize and name.
• B) Provide an estimate.
• C) Use information in a new situation.
• D) Give a detailed explanation. 

Answer: C) Use information in a new situation.

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If a question asks you to Analyze, you are expected to:

• A) List out in points.
• B) Break down into components and interpret each.
• C) Give a brief overview.
• D) Make a guess based on given data. 

Answer: B) Break down into components and interpret each.

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When instructed to Sketch, it means:

• A) Provide a written explanation.
• B) Draw a rough diagram or representation.
• C) Calculate a numerical value.
• D) Discuss in depth. 

Answer: B) Draw a rough diagram or representation.

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When you see the command word Argue, you should:

• A) List out in points.
• B) Present a reasoned case for or against something.
• C) Provide a brief overview.
• D) Draw a rough diagram. 

Answer: B) Present a reasoned case for or against something.

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What does the command word Classify ask you to do?

• A) Define the term in detail.
• B) Compare and contrast.
• C) Put into a particular order or group based on characteristics.
• D) Make a judgment. 

Answer: C) Put into a particular order or group based on characteristics.

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If you are directed to Construct, you should:

• A) Identify key points.
• B) Break down into components.
• C) Make or draw something, usually following specific criteria.
• D) Present a reasoned case.

 Answer: C) Make or draw something, usually following specific criteria.

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The term Distinguish in a question typically means:

• A) Show by example.
• B) Recognize as distinct or different.
• C) Summarize the given information.
• D) Present a reasoned case. 

Answer: B) Recognize as distinct or different.

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When you encounter the command word Predict, you are expected to:

• A) Provide a detailed explanation.
• B) Draw a conclusion about a future event based on evidence or knowledge.
• C) Recognize and name.
• D) Break down into components. 

Answer: B) Draw a conclusion about a future event based on evidence or knowledge.