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Updated Aug, 2020<\/em><\/p>\n

The command terms are the verbs at the start of IB exam questions. While they be important, they are actually far less important than many people think.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Command terms in SAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Get more exam tips, example SAQs and study resources for the “additional terms” with this downloadable PDF.<\/p><\/div>\n

Short-answer questions (SAQs) may use one of three command terms in IB Psychology exams: outline, describe and explain. However, you don’t need to worry about the differences in these terms. This video I made helps you to understand how to answer any SAQ<\/a>, regardless of the command term.<\/p>\n

Command terms in Essays<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are four possible command terms that might be used in essays: discuss, evaluate, to what extent and contrast (see definitions below). What’s far more important than knowing the command terms, however, is knowing the expectations of essay answer. All essays need to show knowledge and understanding, use of evidence (studies) and critical thinking. The links below will help students understand how to score high marks on their essays by meeting all of these requirements.<\/p>\n

Critical Thinking:\u00a0<\/strong>The biggest difference between essay command terms and SAQs is that they require critical thinking, which includes alternative explanations, evaluating studies, areas of uncertainty, etc.<\/p>\n

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