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ANALYSE
Use supporting arguments for and against as well as how these relate to one another.
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COMPARE
Explain the similarities and differences, using connective or joining words to link facts.
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DEFINE
Brief explanation.
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DESCRIBE
Detailed explanation of the main features, how and why something happens.
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DISCUSS
Written debate backed up by evidence to make a case for and against an argument.
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EVALUATE
Give a verdict as to what extent a statement within a piece of research is true.
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EXPLAIN
Give a detailed account, justify with relevant evidence.
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CALCULATE
Solve a mathematical problem using the information provided.
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LIST/STATE/IDENTIFY
To specify in clear terms the key aspects relating to a topic without being descriptive.
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SUGGEST
Reasoning or course of action.
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OUTLINE
Main features of of something rather than emphasising details.
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Card 2

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Explain the similarities and differences, using connective or joining words to link facts.

Back

COMPARE

Card 3

Front

Brief explanation.

Back

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Card 4

Front

Detailed explanation of the main features, how and why something happens.

Back

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Card 5

Front

Written debate backed up by evidence to make a case for and against an argument.

Back

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