Describe - Write a detailed answer that covers what happens, when it happens, and where it happens. Talk about facts and characteristics. (Hint: don’t confuse with “explain”)., Explain - Write a detailed answer that covers how and why a thing happens. Talk about mechanisms and reasons. (Hint: don’t confuse with “describe”)., Calculate - Work out a number. You can use your calculator to help you. You may need to use an equation., Evaluate - You will be given some facts, data, or other kind of information. Write about the data or facts and provide your own conclusion or opinion on them., Compare - Write about the similarities and differences between two things., Justify - Give some evidence or write down an explanation to tell the examiner why you gave an answer., Suggest - Think about what you’ve learnt and apply it to a new situation or context. Use what you have learnt to suggest sensible answers to the question., Predict - Look at some data and suggest a realistic value or outcome. You may use a calculator to help. Don’t guess – look at trends in the data and use your knowledge of science. (Hint: don’t confuse with “calculate” or “estimate”).,

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