IB Command Terms

Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. To identify parts and relationships, and to interpret information to reach conclusionsna.

Use knowledge and understanding in response to a given situation or real circumstances.

Give an account of the similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Give an account of the similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

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

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

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

Give a detailed account or picture of a situation, event, pattern or process.

To assess the implications and limitations; to make judgments about the ideas, works, solutions or methods in relation to selected criteria.

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

Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.

Give a brief account or summary.

Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.

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