KS3, GCSE
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describe |
Describe means to use adjectives to explain something (concept or object).
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explain |
Explain means give reason(s) why, cause or factor affecting the concept.
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complete |
Complete means fill out or finish off (a table, graph, sketch or sentence).
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name |
Name is the identifying word for the object, chemical, person etc.
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calculate |
Calculate means to use a formula or mathematical sum to figure out a numerical answer.
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label |
Label means to add detail or names to a diagram or picture, often with a line or arrow.
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analyse
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Analyse means to pick out key features or trends of data to explain or argue.
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compare |
Compare means to find the similarities.
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contrast |
Contrast means to find the differences.
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discuss |
Discuss (verbally - to talk about/debate) or written to show both sides of an argument and conclude.
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define |
Define means to explain the meaning of a word.
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summarise
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Summarise means to describe the main features in a shortened form.
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cause |
Cause is a reason why something has happened (maybe long or short term).
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challenge |
To challenge can be 'to dispute a claim or viewpoint', or a challenge can be a problem to solve.
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benefit |
Benefit is a positive outcome or advantage.
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characteristic |
A characteristic is a key feature or important factor.
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examine |
Examine means 'to look closely' physically at an object or person, or theoretically to look at a problem in detail.
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