Read the entire question carefully before answering anything. Underline key words in the instructions such as discuss, compare, contrast, demonstrate, and develop to be sure that you answer the question that is asked.
- Evaluate- Weigh the pros and cons
- Summarize- Outline the main points
- Compare- List the characteristics and then examine the similarities and the differences.
- Contrast- Bring out Differences
- Explain- Make plain how it works
- Criticize- Examine the evidence and state you opinion pro or con
- Name, State or Enumerate- List
- Discuss or review- Examine from all angles
- Describe- Paint a word picture, requires no causes, just characteristics.
- Illustrate- Give Examples
- Interpret- Explain a specific case
- Prove- List facts that support the statement
- Justify- Prove with facts
*Decide which time you must allot to answering each question.
*If you don't have to answer questions in a specific order, start with the one you feel most confident about.
* On scratch paper, make brief outline that includes:
The INTRODUCTION that incorporates the key words of the question and the thesis or theme of your word essay
The BODY which will consist of main ideas, major facts, and supporting details like examples, quotes, dates and even exceptions
A CONCLUSION that summarizes and agrees with your thesis.
*If you are running out of time and are not going to finish, jot down the most important facts in the space for the answer.
*If you finish ahead of time, check your punctuation and spelling. Then relax and think about your answers. Sometimes a point will come to mind that will clinch your "A"
Just a few helpful tips that Dr. Azizis office found that we thought would be helpful for our test taking patients :)
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