AQA GCSE Command words

Use the numbers given in the question to work out the answer.

• Calculate

• Describe

• Analyse

• Evaluate

Select from a range of alternatives.

• Compare

• Calculate

• Choose

• Draw

Describe the similarities and/or differences between things, not just write about one.

• Describe

• Explain

• Calculate

• Compare

Give the meaning of something.

• Design

• Define

• Draw

• Describe

Recall some facts, events, or process in an accurate way.

• Describe

• Estimate

• Draw

• Suggest

Give an approximate value

• Show

• Predict

• Estimate

• Draw

Give a plausible outcome based on the evidence provided.

• Predict

• Describe

• Analyse

• Sketch

Make clear, or state the reasons for something happening.

• Give

• Identify

• Justify

• Explain

Mark on a graph using data given.

• Design

• State

• Plot

• Describe

Apply your knowledge and understanding to a new situation.

• Analyse

• Explain

• Name

• Suggest