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Assessment and Command Terms

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Glossary of command terms

Command terms for environmental systems and societies

Students should be familiar with the following key terms and phrases used in
examination questions, which are to be understood as described below. Although
these terms will be used frequently in examination questions, other terms may be
used to direct students to present an argument in a specific way.

Objective 1

Define Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.
Draw Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a
pencil. A ruler (straight edge) should be used for straight lines. Diagrams
should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if
appropriate) and joined in a straight line or smooth curve.
Label Add labels to a diagram.
List Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.
Measur
Obtain a value for a quantity.
e
Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or
State
calculation.

Objective 2

Annotate Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.


Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given
Apply
problem or issue.
Calculate Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages of working.
Describe Give a detailed account.
Distinguis
Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items.
h
Estimate Obtain an approximate value.
Identify Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.
Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw
Interpret
conclusions from given information.
Outline Give a brief account or summary.

Objectives 3 and 4

Analyse Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.
Give a judgment based on a given statement or result of a
Comment
calculation.
Compare and Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or
contrast more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
Construct Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.
Deduce Reach a conclusion from the information given.
Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or
Demonstrate
practical application.
Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or
Derive
relationship.
Design Produce a plan, simulation or model.
Determine Obtain the only possible answer.
Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of
Discuss arguments, factors or hypotheses. Opinions or conclusions should be
presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.
Evaluate Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.
Explain Give a detailed account, including reasons or causes.
Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the
Examine
assumptions and interrelationships of the issue.
Provide evidence to support or defend a choice, decision, strategy or
Justify
course of action.
Predict Give an expected result.
Sketch Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate).
The sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or
relationship, and should include relevant features.
Suggest Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.
Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept.
To what
Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported
extent
with appropriate evidence and sound argument.

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Paper 2 Part (c) Essay style question assessment criteria:

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