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Which term refers to giving a brief account or summary, but examiners actually expect a detailed explanation?
What does the term 'Suggest' mean in the context of HL Paper 3?
When asked to 'Contrast' two items or situations, what is expected?
What does it mean to 'Evaluate' something?
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What is the purpose of 'Discuss' in an exam?
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When asked to 'Describe' something in an exam, what is the expectation of the examiner?
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What does it mean to 'Identify' in the context of HL Paper 3?
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When asked to 'Outline' in an exam, what is the expectation of the examiner?
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What does it mean to 'Explain' something in an exam?
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What does the term 'Suggest' mean in the context of HL Paper 3?
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Study Notes
Command Terms in Exams
- Describe: Provide a detailed account of something, going beyond a simple outline to give a comprehensive explanation.
- Identify: Choose the correct answer from a range of possibilities (only applicable to HL Paper 3).
- Outline: Give a brief summary or overview, but still provide some explanation and context.
- Explain: Provide a detailed account, including reasons or causes, to help explain a concept or phenomenon.
Advanced Command Terms
- Suggest: Propose a solution, hypothesis, or possible answer to a question or problem (only applicable to HL Paper 3).
- Contrast: Highlight the differences between two or more items, situations, or concepts, referencing all of them throughout.
- Discuss: Present a balanced review of a topic, considering multiple arguments, factors, or hypotheses, and supporting conclusions with evidence.
- Evaluate: Weigh up the strengths and limitations of an argument, concept, or method, presenting a clear and evidence-based appraisal.
Specialized Command Terms
- To what extent: Assess the merits or limitations of an argument or concept, presenting a clear and well-supported conclusion.
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Description
Test your understanding of different exam question types with this quiz! From identifying the correct answer to outlining and explaining concepts, this quiz will challenge your knowledge. Can you distinguish between describing, identifying, outlining, explaining, suggesting, and contrasting? Take the quiz and find out!
