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UNDERSTAND MEANING OF KEY WORDS AND FRAMING YOUR ANSWERS

ACCORDINGLY

To give in precise terms the meaning of something. Bring to attention any


Define problems posed with the definition and different interpretations that may
exist

Describe Provide a detailed explanation as to how and why something happens

Discuss Essentially this is a written debate where you are using your skill at
reasoning, backed up by carefully selected evidence to make a case for and
against an argument, or point out the advantages and disadvantages of a
given context. Remember to arrive at a conclusion

Explain Clarify a topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurs, or
what is meant by the use of this term in a particular context. Your writing
should have clarity so that complex procedures or sequences of events can
be understood; defining key terms where appropriate, and be
substantiated with relevant research.

Elaborate To give in more detail, provide more information on.

Illustrate A similar instruction to ‘explain’ whereby you are asked to show the
workings of something, making use of definite examples and statistics if
appropriate to add weight to your explanation.

Demonstrate Show how, with examples to illustrate.

Analyse Break an issue into its constituent parts. Look in depth at each part using
supporting arguments and evidence for and against as well as how these
[ Critically ] interrelate to one another.

Assess Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your
argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any
flaws and counter-arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far
you are in agreement with the original proposition.

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Compare Identify the similarities and differences between two or more phenomena.
Say if any of the shared similarities or differences are more important than
others.

Contrast Similar to compare but concentrate on the dissimilarities between two or


more phenomena, or what sets them apart. Point out any differences
which are particularly significant.

Examine Look in close detail and establish the key facts and important issues
surrounding a topic. You should try and offer reasons as to why the facts
[ Critically ] and issues you have identified are the most important, as well as explain
the different ways they could be construed.

Comment upon Pick out the main points on a subject and give your opinion, reinforcing
your point of view using logic and reference to relevant evidence, including
any wider reading you have done.

Give an account Means give a detailed description of something. Not to be confused with
of ‘account for’ which asks you not only what, but why something happened.

To what extent Evokes a similar response to questions containing 'How far...'. This type of
question calls for a thorough assessment of the evidence in presenting
your argument. Explore alternative explanations where they exist.

Give your verdict as to what extent a statement or findings within a piece


Critically of research are true, or to what extent you agree with them. Provide
evaluate evidence taken from a wide range of sources which both agree
with and contradict an argument. Come to a final conclusion, basing your
decision on what you judge to be the most important factors and justify
how you have made your choice

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