Cambridge O Level Computer Science 2210 Command Words

A set of vocabulary flashcards defining the command words used in the assessment for the Cambridge O Level Computer Science 2210 syllabus for 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Calculate

work out from given facts, figures or information

Compare

identify/comment on similarities and/or differences

Define

give precise meaning

Demonstrate

show how or give an example

Describe

state the points of a topic/give characteristics and main features

Evaluate

judge or calculate the quality, importance, amount or value of something

Explain

set out purposes or reasons / make the relationships between things evident/provide why and/or how and support with relevant evidence

Give

produce an answer from a given source or recall/memory

Identify

name/select/recognise

Outline

set out the main points

Show (that)

provide structured evidence that leads to a given result

State

express in clear terms

Suggest

apply knowledge and understanding to situations where there are a range of valid responses in order to make proposals/put forward considerations