Glossary of Key Terms

Show how things are different or opposite

Identify components and the relationship between them; draw out and relate implications

Sketch in general terms; indicate the main features of

Put forward (for example a point of view, idea, argument, suggestion) for consideration or action

Compare Show how things are similar or different

Inquire into

Describe Provide characteristics and features

Make a judgement based on criteria; determine the value of

Provide reasons in favour

Assess Make a judgement of value, quality, outcomes, results or size

Identify issues and provide points for and/or against

Account for: state reasons for, report on. Give an account of: narrate a series of events or transactions

Relate cause and effect; make the relationships between things evident; provide why and/or how