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It's vital that you understand exactly what these instruction words mean so you can answer all parts of the essay question and provide a complete response. Here's a list of some of the most common instruction/command words you'll see in essay questions (and examination questions as well), together with an explanation of what they mean.
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BetaPrepared by The Unit for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching UELT 2008 Instruction verbs in essay questions Account for Give reasons for; explain (note: give an account of; describe). Analyse Break the information into constituent parts; examine the relationship between the parts; question the information.
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BetaEssay Question Instruction Words : Glossary . Instruction Word Suggested Approach . Analyse . Break an issue into its constituent parts. Look in depth at each part using supporting arguments and evidence for and against as well as how these interrelate. Clarify . Literally, make something clearer and, where appropriate, simplify it. This could ...
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BetaUnderstanding the essay question is the first and most important step you will undertake with any assignment, as without fully understanding the task you cannot respond to it. Consider the key elements in the question e.g. Examine the role of women in Parliament since 1918, with reference to key Equality legislation and ask yourself: What is the main subject of the question?
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BetaAdapted from Instruction words in Essay Questions Licence: Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 Estimate Calculate; judge; predict. Evaluate/weigh up Appraise the worth of something in the light of its truth or usefulness; assess and explain. Examine Look at carefully; consider. Explain Make plain and clear; give reasons for.
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BetaEssay questions often consist of three elements: 1. an informative part that provides some background and context 2. a directive part that tells you how to approach the task 3. an instructional part with instructions on how the text is to be written. You may find that not all elements are provided in each exam question.
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BetaEssay question instruction words We can help you to succeed in your studies on or off campus. Just contact us. Learning Support @ Student Success studentsuccess@op.ac.nz 0800 762 786 Analyse: break down the topic into smaller pieces and discuss these in detail. Argue: develop a case or argument to support a particular position or viewpoint.
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Betainstruction words Academic Skills Division of Student Success A glossary of common instruction words used in assignment questions. Instruction. Definition; Account for: Provide reasons for/explain why something exists/happens. Account of: Provide an account of: Describe an issue, process or event in detail.
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BetaInstruction verbs in essay questions Understanding your assignment question When you get your assignment question, decide: • • What the question means What it is asking you to do Student Learning Read the question several times. Define the key words (use a dictionary if necessary) and look for any words that focus or restrict the area you ...
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BetaOften, interpreting the verbs used in essay questions can help to focus how the question should be answered. Sometimes essay questions can be understood focusing on the concepts. Please see our tip sheet Concept Words Used in Essay Questions. Knowledge: The Most Basic Level of Questioning The most basic type of questions solicits basic knowledge.
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