Write an Essay

Answer the essay question

Analyze

Break down into main ideas and discuss, examine or interpret the proposition.

Compare

Examine and identify similarities and differences, but concentrate on similarities.

Contrast

Examine differences and explain their relevance.

Compare &
Contrast

Examine both similarities and differences.

Criticize

Analyze and evaluate the subject critically, looking for weak points in the proposition. You may need to come to a judgment or conclusion based on your analysis and evaluation.

Define

Describe, explain and set the limits of the proposition.

Describe

Give a precise picture of the characteristics and qualities of the subject.

Discuss

Debate the pros and cons of the issue in the question, paying particular attention to areas of controversy or conflict.

Evaluate

Assess the proposition by looking at the information and expert opinion. Come to your own conclusions based on the evidence that supports the proposition.

Illustrate

Use examples, analogies, and comparisons to explain the proposition.

Interpret

Explain the meaning of the proposition, commenting on its effect and describing its relationship to data. Give examples. Evaluate its validity.

Outline

Describe main ideas, characteristics, information or events

Prove

Support with facts to agree with the proposition.

State

Produce the exact information asked.

Summarize

Give a brief account, concentrating of the conclusions reached from the proposition.

Trace

Describe and analyze the order of events or progress.