GCSE Geography command words

Assess

Weigh up whether a statement is true.

Calculate

Mathematically work out the value of something.

Compare

Describe the similarities and differences of something.

Define

State or describe exactly the meaning of.

Describe

Set out the characteristics.

Discuss

Bring forward the important points of or set out both sides of an argument/issue/element of content, for and against.

Evaluate

Give your verdict after providing evidence which both agrees with and contradicts an argument.

Examine

Look in close detail and establish the key facts and important issues.

Explain

Set out the causes of something and/or the factors which influence it.

Identify

Select a piece/s of information.

Justify

Give valid reasons and evidence to support an answer.

Make a prediction

Look at evidence provided to make a judgement about the future.

Outline

A brief written description / account of something.

Propose

To suggest a course of action or intention.

State

Provide a specific piece of information (e.g. name or value) without explanation.

Suggest

Offer an opinion for a particular course of action on an event or issue.

To what extent do you agree

How much you agree with a statement based on the evidence in argument.

Which words require a conclusion

asses, evaluate, to what extent