Unit 0: Command Terms - IB Geography

Analysing Graphs

Point out trends, point out & explain differences, make sure you explain the axis

Analyse

Break down in order to bring out the important details or structure.

Annotate

Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.

Classify

Arrange or order by class or categories.

Compare

Write about the similarities between two or more items or situations, referring to both of them throughout.

Compare and Contrast

Write about the similarities and differences between two or more items or situations, referring to both of them throughout.

Construct

Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.

Contrast

Write about the differences between two or more items or situations referring to both of them throughout.

Define

Give the meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.

Describe

Give a detailed account of.

Determine

Obtain the only possible answer.

Discuss

Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of arguements, factors or hypotheses. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.

Distinguish

Make clear the differences between two or more concepts/items.

Draw

Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted and joined in a straight line or smooth curve.

Estimate

Obtain an approximate value.

Evaluate

Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

Examine

Consider an arguement or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of an issue.

Explain

Give a detailed account, including reasons or causes.

Identify

Find an answer from a number of possibilities.

Justify

Give valid reasons or evidence for an answer or conclusion.

Label

Add labels to a diagram.

Outline

Give a brief account or summary.

State

Give a specific name, value or other brief answer with explanation or calculation.

Suggest

Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.

To what extent

Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with evidence.