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  • What does Interpret mean?
    Explain the meaning in simpler terms
  • What does Examine mean?
    using clear criteria
    Look closely
  • In the poem passage
    Show how calm vs. dangerous images create meaning
    if asked to Explain how the poet uses contrast
    what should you do?
  • What does Illustrate mean?
    Use examples (or diagrams if needed)
  • True or False – Illustrate always requires a drawing.
    False (it can also be examples)
  • What does Compare mean?
    Show similarities and differences
  • What does Criticise mean?
    Point out strengths and weaknesses; give a reasoned opinion
  • Which instruction word asks for your personal opinion linked to the text?
    Comment
  • What does Identify mean?
    Name the key features
  • What does Contrast mean?
    Focus mainly on differences
  • True or False – Compare means to give your opinion only.
    False
  • What does Name mean?
    State facts or labels directly
  • What does Define mean?
    Give a clear
    concise meaning
  • What does Discuss mean?
    then reach insight
    Present different sides/arguments
  • What does Account for mean?
    Explain why something happens (cause + effect)
  • What does Describe mean?
    Say what something is like
    in order
  • What does Give an outline mean?
    brief way
    Summarise in a structured
  • What does Comment mean?
    Give your opinion linked to the text
  • What does Prove mean?
    Show by argument or evidence
  • What does Analyse mean?
    Break into parts and explain how they fit together
  • What does Indicate mean?
    Point out or specify
  • What does Evaluate mean?
    Judge based on criteria; say how valuable/convincing it is
  • True or False – Examine means to look closely using clear criteria.
    True
  • What does Point out/Present mean?
    Show clearly with logical reasoning
  • What does Distinguish/Differentiate mean?
    Highlight the differences clearly
  • What does Reflect mean?
    Think deeply and give a thoughtful opinion
  • What does List mean?
    Provide items in order
  • What does Explain mean?
    Make it clear and easy to understand; add examples
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