task words for legal studies

Analyse

Identify the main features then examine closely; examine in parts; show how the parts relate to the whole

Apply

Use the information provided or knowledge in a particular situation and make links and connections

Assess

Decide the value of, judge, measure the importance of

Comment on

Make relevant remarks about (that show an understanding of)

Compare

Give the similarities (compare) and differences (contrast) of

Examine

Give a detailed description and scrutinise carefully

Evaluate

Weigh up arguments for and against something; give strengths and weaknesses of, and give your opinion

Define

Explain the exact meaning of

Describe

Give the facts about something and if the question refers to a process, give a detailed account in sequential order

Discuss

Examine both sides of a particular issue and you can also give your opinion

Distinguish

Explain the differences and distinctive characteristics

Explain

Provide details to give the reader an understanding of

Identify

State the key features

Illustrate

Use examples to demonstrate and explain

Justify

Demonstrate by giving evidence

Outline

Briefly indicate the key features

Suggest

Present ideas and recommendations explaining why the ideas are suitable

To what extent

The degree to which something (such as an institution, procedure or law) fulfils a purpose or principle

Contrast

Give the differences (contrast) of and similarities (compare)

Advise

To offer suggestions about the best course of action or make recommendations

Provide

To give, supply or specify