Performance Verbs

6. To determine the value of something for a given purpose based on certain standards or criteria (e.g., explaining the pros, cons and/or results of a decision).
7. To condense information (e.g., stating the main points of an argument).
8. To make clear or give reason for something (e.g., explaining factors that cause a certain kind of reaction).
10. To describe a path or sequence (e.g., to explain the chronology of events).
13. To come to a conclusion
14. To explain the meaning of
15. To give an answer
17. To carry out, accomplish, or fulfill
18. To express something definitely or clearly in speech or writing.

1. To express a thought or an idea based on the review of information (e.g., coming up with a category to organize what seem to be objects or events that are not alike).
2. To extend information beyond what is directly stated (e.g., extracting data from a graph).
3. To look at traits or qualities to find out what is alike and what is different. “Compare” is usually stated as “compare with.” You are to highlight similarities, but differences may be mentioned.
4. To write
5. To use what is already known to make a statement about what will happen in the future
9. To name or list
11. To think about the different parts of a problem or situation to figure out the traits of the whole
12. To represent a thought or an idea, such as noting changes taking place over time
13. To state of being strikingly different from something else
16. To elaborate on a topic
18. To show evidence to back a conclusion or argument (e.g., citing people with similar points of view).