Command Verbs for Assignments

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Across
  1. 2. Point out (i.e., choose the right one) or give a list of the main features (8)
  2. 7. Write down the main points or essential features (9)
  3. 9. Provide the information in a list, rather than in continuous writing (4)
  4. 10. Clearly explain what a particular term means and give an example, if appropriate, to show what you mean (6)
  5. 11. Must make a judgement on the importance of something (similar to evaluate) (6)
Down
  1. 1. Set out in detail the meaning of something, with reasons. More difficult than describing or listing so it can help to give an example to show what you mean. Start by introducing the topic then give the ‘how’ or ‘why’ (7)
  2. 3. Include examples or a diagram to show what you mean (10)
  3. 4. Review a topic or issue objectively and weigh up both plus and minus points before making a decision Review the information then bring it together to form a conclusion. Give evidence for each of your views or statements (9)
  4. 5. Identify the main factors that apply in two or more situations and explain the similarities and differences or advantages and disadvantages (7)
  5. 6. Give a clear description that includes all the relevant features. Think of it as ‘painting a picture with words' (8)
  6. 8. Identify separate factors, say how they are related and how each one contributes to the topic (7)