How to get more marks in your exams by using the command words in GCSEs

The video tutorial explains the importance of understanding command words used in GCSE PE exams. It covers various command words like state, identify, discuss, evaluate, and explain, providing examples from past papers. The tutorial emphasizes the need to interpret these words correctly to maximize exam marks and offers strategies for answering questions effectively.

What is the primary purpose of command words in exam questions?

• To reduce the number of questions

• To make exams longer

• To provide a guideline on how to answer

• To confuse students

Which of the following is NOT a command word mentioned in the video?

• Outline

• Identify

• Summarize

• State

When asked to 'outline' in an exam, what should you do?

• List the main characteristics

• Draw a diagram

• Provide a detailed explanation

• Write a short story

What does the command word 'identify' require you to do?

• Write an essay

• Explain in detail

• Name or characterize

• Draw a picture

In the context of exams, what does 'discuss' mean?

• Present key points of different ideas

• Write a poem

• List items

• Draw a chart

How should you approach a question that asks you to 'evaluate'?

• Provide a one-sided argument

• Judge based on available evidence

• Ignore the question

• Write a summary

What is the main focus when you are asked to 'calculate' in an exam?

• Write a paragraph

• List items

• Perform a mathematical operation

• Draw a diagram

What does the command word 'explain' require you to do?

• Write a poem

• Draw a diagram

• Set out purposes or reasons

• State facts without reasons

Which command word asks you to 'join the dots' in a graph?

• Calculate

• Plot

• Explain

• Identify

Why is it important to use technical terms when asked to 'name' something in an exam?

• To impress the examiner

• To confuse other students

• To ensure clarity and precision

• To make the answer longer